Who We Are:
Founded in 2009, Reformation is a revolutionary lifestyle brand that proves fashion and sustainability can coexist. We combine stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices, releasing limited-edition collections for individuals who want to look beautiful and live sustainably. Setting an example for the industry, Reformation remains at the forefront of innovation in sustainable fashion—running the first sustainable factory in Los Angeles, using deadstock and eco fabrics, tracking and sharing the environmental impact of every product, and investing in the people who make this revolution possible. The brand has also established itself as a pioneer in retail innovation, developing an in-store tech concept that brings the best of its online experience to its physical doors.
We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.
Here at Ref, we put people first. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued. We build an inclusive culture together and make a real impact along the way.
Product Sustainability Associate:
Reformation is looking for an all-star Associate, Product Sustainability who will support our Product Sustainability programming. In your role, you will support advancing our work in the areas of supply chain traceability, better materials and chemical management. You will work with internal and external supply chain partners to ensure progress on our material environmental and resource efficiency goals. You will help evolve programs and processes for effective implementation to ensure best in class programs for Reformation’s partners globally.
Responsibilities:
Chemical Management
- Conduct RSL risk assessments and manage SMART testing (including scoring, results and analysis, and internal communication; provide suggestions to improve program rollout
Raw Material Traceability
- Engage with suppliers at various stages of the supply chain to map material flows, collect data, and validate information through document verification and on-site assessments
- Maintain & improve data collection methods and KPI tracking for current and new materials to ensure alignment with our better materials targets.
- Refine internal procedures to support compliance with evolving regulatory and customer requirements related to traceability and upstream supply chain visibility
- Support accurate product claims and provide inputs for reporting (e.g., wholesale) through robust data management of Reformation’s material library, material certifications
- Manage database of Reformation’s material certifications and ensure records are maintained & updated regularly with inputs from cross-functional teams and suppliers & vendors
- Conduct deadstock approvals and reconciliation and manage data collection & reporting
- Support material sustainability data management system transition; contribute to SOPs and guidance materials for external partners as necessary
- Provide inputs for internal and/or external reporting for multi stakeholder initiatives (e.g., Cascale, Textile Exchange, etc.)
Chain of Custody
- Collaborate with Purchasing and Sourcing teams to vet purchase orders, coordinate collection of transaction certificates for certified materials/goods, and support timely reporting for chain of custody claims
- Manage reconciliation of transaction certificates, including data management and compliance with certification standards
Resource Efficiency
- Provide coordination support for supply chain resource efficiency programs including but not limited to Higg Facility Environmental Module (FEM) self-assessments and audit scheduling.
- Support FEM analysis and related recommendations for RefScale and/or program
Data Management & Reporting
- Assist in the collection and management of data for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) associated with Clean Chemistry and Traceability
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to maintain and update the Vendor Scorecard
- Support the Sustainability Reporting Manager in conducting the annual Supply Chain Analysis
- Support FEM analysis and related recommendations for RefScale and/or program
- Perform monthly data accuracy and gap analysis for PIM and Quickbase systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve identified issues
What you'll need:
- BA or Master’s ideally with focus in environmental studies or sustainability
- 2-5 years of work experience in supply chain management, traceability, compliance and/or environmental sustainability ideally in the fashion industry
- Advanced Proficiency in MS Office/other spreadsheet, database management, and willingness to learn new supply chain/traceability software and data management tools (e.g., Airtable, Quickbase, PLM).
- Excellent communication skills with geographically & culturally diverse colleagues and supply chain partners
- Self-motivation and self-starter skills, proactive, and able to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and follow through on deadlines/projects while simultaneously maintaining a high attention to detail
- Bilingual (Spanish/Mandarin/Turkish/Portuguese) is a plus
- Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the field and commitment to learn new concepts and industry best practices within a fast-paced environment
- Awareness/understanding of environmental sustainability & chain of custody certifications and/or a willingness to develop an expertise in textile related certifications.
Who you are:
- Have a clear understanding on global sustainability standards and frameworks
- Strong project manager with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability of reporting
- Data-driven, but also careful to avoid analysis paralysis; realize that purpose of work is to help make better decisions that have an impact
- Direct and solution-oriented attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision making
- Sound judgment, resourcefulness, and capacity to deal with ambiguity
- Passionate about sustainability in apparel, global supply chains
Benefits & Perks:
- Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
- Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees
- Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment
- Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more
- 401K with company match
The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
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What We Do
Reformation is a fast-growing mission-based company that proves fashion and sustainability can coexist. Reformation is known for its tech-driven approach to creating an eco-friendly fashion business. We're not only growing our retail footprint but organization-wide at our headquarters, specifically with our Tech teams.
Here at Ref, we put people first. It’s our responsibility to create a safe, healthy, and fair working environment for our teams, and for workers throughout our supply chain. We do so through partnerships with industry groups like the Fair Labor Association, conducting on-site social responsibility audits, and a commitment to ensuring workers have a voice in our organization. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued. We build an inclusive culture together, and make a real impact along the way.
We are committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Sustainability is at the core of everything we do—from our factory in Los Angeles to our fabrics, packaging, and retail stores. We’re committed to pushing the industry forward and investing in future-focused solutions, which is why we’re a certified Climate Neutral company and will be Climate Positive by 2025.
Why Work With Us
Reformation puts a focus on building new tools and skills. We encourage growth, new ideas, and collaboration. Whether building new tools, diving into a new technology, working directly with our stakeholders or our tight-knit team provides a culture of success. Sustainability runs deep at Ref and that includes a sustainable work-life balance.
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