Ethical Sourcing

**Job no**: 799935
**Work type**: Full time
**Location**: Melbourne - Central
**Categories**: Merchandising - Product

**About Peter Alexander**

Peter Alexander is the leading sleepwear designer brand, known and loved by every generation for its fun and creative designs, vibrant colours, quirky patterns and playful themes Offering high-quality sleepwear, loungewear, footwear, home and giftware, the Peter Alexander experience offers a feeling of laughter and fun. With over 130 stores across Australia, New Zealand and the recent expansion into the UK, Peter Alexander is a brand where you feel comfortable, warm and at home

**About the Role**

Join Peter Alexander in a Brand New Role - **Ethical Sourcing & Sustainability Specialist**

As part of our continued growth and commitment to responsible business, we're excited to introduce this newly created role to help evolve and enhance our existing Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability program. You’ll play a key role in building on the strong foundations already in place—driving continuous improvement, strengthening supplier partnerships, and ensuring alignment with our Ethical Code of Conduct and Modern Slavery obligations across the Peter Alexander brand.

Working closely with our Head of Production, you'll build strategic supplier partnerships that balance ethical responsibility with strong commercial outcomes.

**What you’ll be doing**

Ethical Sourcing Program
- Manage the audit program with LRQA, including factory reviews and corrective actions
- Work with suppliers to address critical findings and integrate local Importer suppliers into the program
- Oversee the Production Verification Audit program and Worker Sentiment Surveys
- Implement external worker helplines aligned with UN grievance principles
- Manage factory onboarding audits and maintain EiQ data and reporting

External Relationships & Certifications
- Collaborate with licensors on Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability requirements
- Manage Better Cotton, FSC, and other certification relationships
- Trace Tier 2 & 3 suppliers and implement the Living Wage strategy
- Maintain relationships with key stakeholders like Oxfam, BWA, and APSCA

Reporting & Administration
- Oversee completion of the Modern Slavery statement, APCO report, and ASRS reporting
- Provide reporting updates to ExCo, Audit & Risk committees, and the Board
- Manage Ethical Fashion and Oxfam Living Wage reporting

Sustainability
- Approve sustainability claims for product ranges and manage Better Cotton and organic cotton certifications
- Partner with marketing and legal teams on sustainability initiatives

Training & Engagement
- Deliver ongoing Ethical Sourcing and Modern Slavery training and support to internal teams and suppliers

**About You**
- 5+ years’ experience in Ethical Sourcing, Sustainability, or ESG-related roles, ideally within a complex, fast-paced environment
- Deep understanding of relevant legislation and frameworks, including the Modern Slavery Act, ACCC sustainability guidelines, APCO, ASRS, and a strong interest in evolving global ESG regulations and reporting standards
- Proven experience managing supplier relationships across Asia, with cultural awareness and the ability to navigate regional nuances effectively
- Track record of successful collaboration with NGOs, including involvement in sustainability or human rights-focused campaigns
- Experience working with global licensors and responding to their Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability requirements is highly desirable
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Rights, Law, Sustainability, Environmental Science, International Relations, or Social Sciences preferred; equivalent practical experience in the Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability field will also be considered

**Perks**
- Generous staff discount and access to our sample sales
- Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to the picturesque Fawkner Park
- Work closely within a high performing, supportive and collaborative environment
- Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth
- Bring your dog to work
- Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite café

**Advertised**: 08 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
**Applications close**: