Academy Sports + Outdoors · 1 day ago
Specialist International Compliance
Katy, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAcademy Sports + Outdoors is dedicated to fostering a workplace that emphasizes hard work and growth. They are seeking a Specialist in International Compliance to manage audit reports, advise vendors on compliance requirements, and ensure adherence to U.S. Customs regulations while developing solutions to mitigate risks in the supply chain.
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Responsibilities
Builds strong relationships to influence decisions both internally and externally advise agents and vendors on program requirements and expectations
Works closely with Global Sourcing to assess new vendors and their proposed production entities by running initial screenings of import parties
Evaluates social and security audit reports and Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), submitted and make risk-based recommendations for improvement to vendors
Partners with suppliers to help remediate violations and develop solutions for key areas of risk
Monthly monitoring and scheduling of 3rd party auditing, and ensure timely follow up
Apply all laws and regulations of U. S. Customs and Border Protection, and other government agencies that impact Supply Chain Transparency
Organizes and maintains the long-term tracking of factory performance over time, analyzing the need for further action from vendors
Leads the investigation and resolution process of any potential ethical violations or deviations from the Vendor Code of Conduct
Proactively investigates industry news and trade publications to keep current on global issues that could impact the business, including economic, political, supply chain, and forced labor / human trafficking risks; and alerts the business when further action is needed
Conducts industry benchmarking with international social and security compliance standards, Industry associations, monitors industry trends and legislation impacting human rights in the supply chain
Validates compliance to required business practices in accordance with CTPAT; drives process improvements to meet and exceed the Minimum-Security Criteria
Plan, coordinate, and jointly lead quarterly meetings of the Security Council
Develop and conduct training that educates both internal and external business partners on relevant social compliance program requirements and initiatives
Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required
3+ years' experience with audits or equivalent social compliance/ethical sourcing/human rights legislation, supplier Security Audits or other relevant work experience required
Deep understanding of audit reports and key areas of risk related to the industry, countries, wages, forced labor, child labor, working hours, health, and safety, etc
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
Ability to prioritize workload, pay attention to detail, and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast paced, frequently changing environment
Strong ability to assimilate data and information and make sound, fact-based decisions
Ability to assume complete ownership of programs and projects and be able to do the research and analysis necessary for successful completion
Ability to apply analytical skills to current processes and make recommendations for efficiency improvements and problem resolutions
Ability to work well independently with minimal direction, as well as effectively contribute in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Regular attendance required
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior
Preferred
Manufacturing and/or retail compliance experience in consumer goods
Working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations and all facets of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program
Company
Academy Sports + Outdoors
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-10-01IPO
2011-05-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Steven Lawrence
Chief Executive Officer
Carl Ford
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
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