Who We Are:
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler®, Lee® and Rock & Republic®, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico and Nicaragua. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 15,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.
Job Posting:
Education requirement:
- Min BSc in Engineering/Environmental Science/Chemistry.
- Qualified auditor – APSCA / SA8000 / ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 is plus
- Qualified verifier for Higg FEM & FSLM, SLCP is plus
Extensive knowledge of production processes, laundry product recipes, environmental health and safety (EHS), HIGG FEM (all versions), Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC), BVE3+CC, chemical portals, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) knowledge and compatibility, Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Bio+Chem operations, PACT, brands’ EHS requirements, and relevant laws.
Job Responsibility
Social Compliance:
- Support suppliers to elevate compliance with Kontoor Brands audit protocol and improve their final audit designations.
- Communicate with vendors and factories on requirements in Kontoor Brands Facility and Auditor Guidelines.
- Provide tools and knowledge for suppliers to prepare ahead of Initial Supplier compliance audit.
- Assist in building awareness at supplier locations about Kontoor Brands audit protocol.
- Partner with auditors in completing facility CSR scorecard assessment upon completion of social compliance audit.
- Monitor and review supplier compliance audits and audit reports conducted by nominated third parties.
Environmental Sustainability:
- Assist suppliers in understanding the Higg Index Facility Environmental Module (FEM).
- Develop and deliver training to all nominated suppliers on Higg Facilities Environment Module (FEM).
- Communicate, manage, and facilitate adoption and verification of the Higg FEM throughout the regional supply chain.
- Collaborate with supply chain teams and nominated suppliers to develop performance improvement plans that improve Higg scores.
- Track and report progress through use of Higg Index Facility Environmental Modules.
- Coordinate the implementation of climate action and water conservation related projects to Kontoor’s suppliers.
Sustainable Living Environment (SLE):
- Build a comprehensive understanding of worker livelihood challenges in their local community.
- Assist consulting firms and NGOs in executing worker community well-being development programs.
- Regularly review performance with supplier and Responsible Sourcing team to ensure the Kontoor wellbeing development programs are on track.
Others:
- Data capturing and analysis of various CSR programs’ performance metrics.
- Handle labor disputes, media issues, and allegations to minimize reputational risk.
- Assume additional responsibilities and perform special projects as needed or directed.
Required Special Skills:
· Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
· Excellent analytical and communication skills, both written and oral.
· High Emotional Quotient (EQ) in working with cross-functional/cultural partners.
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with and influence others.
· Decision-making skills that integrate CSR into business sustainably.
· Adaptability and the ability to inspire, influence, and motivate others to perform.
· Continuous learning and recognition of trends in social and environmental issues.
Why Kontoor Brands?
At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle and our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.
When our employees are healthy, secure and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family’s needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays and tuition reimbursement.
Our Kontoor D&I Mission
At Kontoor, we believe that D&I is a key enabler to a culture that empowers us to work with passion and confidence, shaping our brand and future.
Our Kontoor D&I Commitment
- Create a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents
- Ensure an equitable environment that attracts & promotes diverse workforce
- Foster inclusivity, ensuring employees feel they can bring their whole selves to work
What We Do
Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB) is a global lifestyle apparel company, with a portfolio of some of the world's most iconic consumer brands: Wrangler® and Lee®. We design, manufacture and distribute superior high-quality products that look good and fit right, giving people around the world the freedom and confidence to express themselves.
