Certification and Due Diligence Manager - #178008

We are the champions of childhood

Hanna Andersson is a Portland, Oregon-based premier kids and baby clothing brand. Our clothes are made to play, made to last, and designed to let kids be kids. We have core commitments to design, quality, and sustainability, and we believe in helping families create meaningful everyday moments. These principles guide the Hanna Way, and lead to an experience authentically different from other children’s brands.

We cultivate our unique brand by hiring team members who believe in these values, own a customer service mindset, and who are innovative, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative and growth-driven work environment. We all share in our brand’s success, and we actively encourage our team members to maintain a healthy balance in their daily lives.

Position Summary

The Certification Manager is responsible for all product certifications as well as due diligence supply chain activities at Hanna. They are responsible for developing and maintaining program standards, evaluating potential new programs and effectively administrating annual audits. In addition, the Certification Manager will be responsible for regular activities such as supply chain mapping and forced labor supply chain audits. The Certification Manager will also assist with Corporate Social Responsibility audits within the supply chain.

Primary Duties (Identified Essential Functions*)

• Responsible for maintaining internal standards, operating procedures, training and communication for Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Global Organic Textile Standard, Global Recycled Standard, Responsible Animal Fibers Standard. Ensure all products labeled with certification adhere to compliance standards
• Schedules, prepares for and administers annual certification audits. Closes any open non-compliances related to audit activities
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive supply chain mapping system which identifies the origin region of raw materials, components and finished products. Works with greater CSR and Sourcing team to identify risks and create action plans
• Conducts quarterly audits and assessments to identify and mitigate the risk of forced labor in the supply chain. Establishes and maintains policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Provides training and guidance to the Product Team as needed
• Stays up to date with industry news and regulatory requirements related to certifications and laws impacting the apparel industry
• Assists with Corporate Social Responsibility supplier audits
  
  
  

Works closely with the Product Team across all functions and is a key point of contact between the Product, Marketing and Site teams.

• Interacts regularly with the supply chain providing direction, training and guidance regarding Hanna requirements
  
  
  

Additional tasks and responsibilities assigned as necessary (Essential Functions are identified by asterisking(*) all essential duties, identifying the equal opportunity provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)).

General Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of industry certifications (Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Global Organic Textile Standard, Global Recycled Standard)
• Expertise in supply chain mapping, traceability and auditing.
• Excellent understanding of the apparel development and production process required.
• Able to analyze technical documents related to certification and industry regulations and create specific actionable applicable processes for Hanna.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to driving positive change in the fashion industry.
  
  
  

Education & Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Certification in susustainability, supply chain management, auditing or regulatory requirements preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a certification management or sustainability role within the fashion industry
  
  
  

Hanna Talent Cultivation Standards:

With a rise in cyber-criminal activity, please note Hanna will never:

• Ask for any sensitive personal information via email, text, or other forms of instant messaging
• Interview you via email and/or send you a list of questions in lieu of an interview
• Extend an offer without speaking to you via phone or video call
• Ask for bank account or financial information during the recruiting process
  
  
  

Legitimate email communication will only be done to and from @hannaandersson.com email addresses. Please examine messages carefully to ensure this is the domain you are receiving messages from, as cybercriminals may also utilize domains that look similar but may have one letter off (such as @hannaander$son.com).

Hanna Andersson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Hanna Andersson prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. Hanna Andersson encourages applicants of all ages.

Hanna Andersson believes that health and well-being should be shared by everyone. Thus, we offer the following benefits and perks for our team members:

• Medical/dental/vision with HSA & Healthcare FSA
• Time off policy of 120 hours, 4 days of paid time off for volunteering, and 9 regular paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays
• A role that offers a flexible work environment with remote and in-office options
• Wellness program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Short/long term disability
• Generous Merchandise discount
  
  
  

This listed base salary range is a good faith representation of the base salary range for this position. However, location, unique skills and/or exceptional experience may result in an offer outside of the stated range.