Social Compliance & Ethical Trade Auditor

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We’re also the benchmark worldwide for quality and integrity. And that makes us very proud. This can only happen thanks to almost 100 000 colleagues worldwide, with more than 1850 employees in Belgium only. Our employees give 110% of themselves every day, divided over all expertises, branches and cultures. Our coworkers build their own way inside the company, the services and the expertise. To strengthen our division Business Assurance, we are currently looking for a Social Compliance & Ethical Trade Auditor. The Social Compliance & Ethical Trade Auditor works closely together with local sales teams, front-office and audit teams to ensure operational and technical excellence in the field of social compliance & ethical trade audits (e.g. SMETA, Amfori BSCI, ICS, FSSC 24000 etc….). (S)he is also an experienced Audit Team Leader with an in-depth knowledge of the issues on the markets in which they operate, and typically master different schemes in the field of social accountability and ethical trade. (S)he reports hierarchically to the Operations Manager.

Key Accountabilities Conduct audits in accordance with established procedures and approved plans, maintaining a high standard of service delivery Complete all chargeable work within the required budget and timeframe to ensure customer satisfaction and efficiency of the business Ensure completion of all assigned work and relevant documentation and upload into the SGS system in accordance with required procedures, deadlines and standards to fulfil customer expectations Provide accurate and timely reporting as required by line management to assist the planning and management of operations Ensure effective follow-up and timely close-out of all non-conformities in accordance with established procedures Manage personal schedule to work efficiently and to meet target changeability requirements as defined by the Operations Manager Project-manage auditing teams, as appropriate, to maximize efficiencies, enhance client satisfaction and ensure compliance with standards Undertake personal professional development and ensure appropriate training records and personal logs are updated and submitted to maintain relevant auditor registrations and competency codes and relevant industry knowledge If required, to provide technical support and staff training to all parts of the business to enhance the service capability of the business Support business development activities as required (including follow up and/or referral of inquiries, sales visits, assistance at events, seminars, etc) to enable on-going growth of the business To manage personal expenditure required to fulfil the role aligned with local SGS policies in order that customer relations and profitability of the business are not compromised To maintain a full knowledge and understanding of SGS procedures and external approval criteria to allow efficient and effective technical reviews At all times adopt a safe and professional behaviour by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues and clients, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures Ensure full compliance with the Company’s Code of Integrity and Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement

To be successful is this role we are looking for someone…. Essential: Minimum of four years' experience in the field of Responsible Business Solutions, social compliance (audits) of related supply chain activities Succesfully completed recognised auditor training (e.g. SA8000, APSCA, RA, CSCA, SMETA, FSSC 24000, …) Recognised approval by APSCA as Associate Social Compliance Auditor (ASCA) for a variety of schemes in the field of ethical trade audits and social compliance audits. Ability to collaborate effectively with management, technical, marketing, sales, auditing and administrative personnel. Ability to effectively understand customer and market expectations and to be customer focused. Excellent technical competency and understanding of ethical trade and social compliance audit related principles & practises and associated legal requirements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to sell SGS services to clients. Ability to work under own initiative and in planning and prioritizing workloads Advanced level of Dutch and/or French You have a driving license. Desirable: Approved by APSCA as Certified Social Compliance Auditor (CSCA) Advanced level of English Experience of project management

What we have to offer: Were you already considering a big switch in your career? Maybe this could be your next step. At SGS you can count on an interesting position where you can take responsibility. Come enjoy our team of colleagues and on top of that, we will reward you with an interesting salary package. Do you want to be part of this? We are looking forward to hearing from you! Send us your story and your resume via the apply button and maybe you will soon join us for work and coffee breaks. Still have questions? Pascal Plessers can give you more details about the job. Send him an e-mail at [email protected]