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Position Details:Title: Social Compliance AuditorDepartment: Social ResponsibilityReports to: Sr. Manager, Social ResponsibilityLocation: Dearborn, MIJob Classification: RemoteFLSA Status: ExemptJob Band: ProfessionalJob SummaryThe primary purpose of this role is to support strategic goals and execute key initiatives within the Global Social Responsibility department, advancing our mission to serve and protect the hardworking people who make our durable products. The Auditor, North America, will work closely with our Social Responsibility Senior Manager and Latin America team to ensure regional suppliers comply with Carhartt's Workplace Code of Conduct through on-site assessments and training. This position will also collaborate with internal business partners, third-party auditors, NGOs, and other stakeholders across our supply chain.Inspired by Hard WorkAt Carhartt, the values of hard work-dependability, honesty, and trust-are rooted in the legacy of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. His commitment to serving hardworking people continues to inspire everything we do. Guided by his legacy and our mission-We serve and protect all hardworking people by building durable products-we remain dedicated to upholding these principles in every decision we make and every product we create.Associate Responsibilities

Perform onsite social compliance assessments across North America and select international locations, assessing supplier adherence to Carhartt's Workplace Code of Conduct through walkthroughs, document reviews, and worker interviews.Serve as a subject matter expert on Social Responsibility risks and practices, guiding factories to align with Carhartt's mission of protecting the hardworking people who make our durable products.Develop high-quality assessment reports that clearly synthesize findings from onsite evaluations, training sessions, documentation reviews, and data analysis.Train and coach suppliers on creating effective Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and recommend targeted training to close program gaps.Manage and monitor CAP progress to ensure timely and measurable improvement across supplier facilities.Collaborate with the Global Social Responsibility team and internal/external partners to support the onboarding of potential new suppliers.Plan, schedule, and execute onsite audits and follow-up visits as required.Escalate zero-tolerance findings to department Senior Manager within 24 hours, providing detailed summaries, recommended actions, and Immediate Action Plans.Maintain accurate records of supplier assessments, CAPs, and related documentation to ensure data integrity across the compliance database.Support policy and procedure development by providing insights and recommendations based on industry trends, risk assessments, and emerging Social Responsibility standards.Conduct research on country-specific regulations, industry risks, and Social Responsibility issues to help identify and mitigate high-risk situations.Lead risk-based audit planning by identifying high-risk regions, suppliers, and product categories to prioritize assessment and remediation efforts.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in business, corporate responsibility, environmental management or technical/science, or equivalent years of experience

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in social compliance or corporate social responsibility.MUST HAVE onsite auditing experience.Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.Required auditor experience in conducting social compliance factory audits.Knowledge of International labor standards and compliance programs, preferably in US, Mexico, Central America countries.Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft applications, such as Excel and PowerPoint.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to plan and prioritize work, work independently with strong deductive reasoning skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Extended periods of time sitting, standing, typing on a computerTravel required up to 40% - 60% (both domestic and international)Willing to work overtime including weekends, if necessary

This position has a Remote location: Associate will have no regular requirement to be on-site. Travel on-site is limited to special events.Carhartt is a tobacco free workplace.

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