Sustainable Supply Chain Manager

Responsible Sourcing Manager Job Description

We are seeking a Responsible Sourcing Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference in the fashion industry.

About the Role:

As a Responsible Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that our supply chain operates in a sustainable and responsible manner. You will work closely with our suppliers to implement responsible sourcing strategies and ensure compliance with our sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement responsible sourcing strategies in alignment with company values, sustainability goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments on suppliers and regions; monitor compliance with the company's Code of Conduct, labour standards, and international human rights guidelines.
• Lead efforts to map and monitor supply chains to improve traceability of raw materials, particularly for high-risk commodities (e.g., cotton, leather, wool).
• Implement digital traceability tools and collaborate with third-party platforms or certifications to verify and report supply chain data.
• Manage social and environmental audits across the supplier base; analyse results and lead corrective action planning where needed.
• Coordinate with third-party auditors, NGOs, and industry bodies to stay ahead of compliance trends and regulatory changes (e.g., EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive).
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant laws, such as the Australian Modern Slavery Act and UFLPA.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards on ethical sourcing KPIs and traceability progress for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the company's sustainability reporting, including ESG disclosures, certifications, and impact assessments.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in responsible sourcing, sustainability, or ethical trade within the fashion or retail sector.
• Strong knowledge of social compliance standards and labour rights (e.g., SA8000, SMETA, WRAP, ILO conventions).
• Experience managing social and environmental audits and corrective action plans.
• Familiarity with local and international regulations and frameworks (e.g. Modern Slavery Acts, UFLPA, EU CSDDD).
• Experience with supply chain traceability tools (e.g., TrusTrace, TextileGenesis, Sourcemap) and sustainability certifications (e.g., GOTS, FSC, Leather Working Group).
• Knowledge of traceability and chain-of-custody certification schemes (e.g., GOTS, FSC, Leather Working Group).
• Understanding of sustainable materials and responsible sourcing standards (e.g., RWS, GRS, Oeko-Tex).
• Experience with assessing raw material origin risks and engaging suppliers on sustainable alternatives.
• Experience producing internal reports and external disclosures related to responsible sourcing.
• Ability to gather, analyse, and interpret sourcing and compliance data.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with suppliers, internal teams (design, sourcing, logistics), and external partners (NGOs, auditors, platforms).
• Analytical mindset to assess sourcing risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.

What We Offer:

• Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands.
• Seasonal clothing allowance.
• An additional day of leave for your birthday.
• An Industry leading Parental Leave Program.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance.
• Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team.
• Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program.

About Us:

Our Values include being Customer Obsessed, Collaborative, Inspirational, Responsible and Dedicated to Quality.

Contact Information:

Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.