Job Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
Sustainability at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSI) encompasses our environmental and social initiatives. In this position, you will be focused primarily on our social initiatives and will be involved in a wide array of projects, which will include action on licensing, research on social compliance risk and traceability.
An ideal candidate should have an interest in creating business solutions to sustainability issues and be comfortable working on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. He/she will report into the WSGO group in the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Singapore office, and will support the management of the social responsibility activities for the company.
This position is a 6 months contract temporary position.
Key Responsibilities
Licensing
- Support all licensee and B2B program agreements and social compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CSR Managers, business team, licensing team etc) to keep track and ensure valid and accurate information
System Project
- Research and propose on alternative paper trails solutions for Traceability such as Blockchain etc.
Social Risk Projects
- Support external partners on research projects (Timber Risk and Country Risk)
ESG Reporting
- Support on ESG (Social) reporting framework research to comply with European regulation.
Communication And Reporting
- Support creation of communication strategies to promote traceability initiatives internally and externally.
- Prepare regular reports on traceability progress and impact for management and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the communication team to develop compelling stories that highlight the benefits and successes of traceability efforts.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
- Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience in supply chain traceability, or sustainability.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data management tools.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or relevant traceability software.
About Us
ABOUT US
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of home furnishings in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Australia, United Kingdom and the rest of the world with franchise partnerships. Our family of brands are Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, PBteen, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Mark and Graham, and GreenRow. Our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities remains as our core values.
Today, we are a more than USD 8.7 billion company, with a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
The Singapore regional office was set up in 2008 and we currently have more than 160 associates in functions such as sustainability, customs & compliance, finance, human resource, information technology, inventory planning, logistics, sourcing and quality assurance.
The Asia team is an inclusive employer where we recruit and provide employees with fair opportunities on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. Find out more about us at our WSI LinkedIn Page !
