Compliance Analyst

Darling Ingredients•Irving, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Compliance Analyst will be responsible for preparing Darling plant sites for Sedex Member Ethical Trade Audits (SMETA) and managing outcomes. This person will coordinate all aspects of the SMETA audit, review and prepare documentation with the plants, and assist with remediating findings. The ideal candidate will be exceedingly well organized, proactive, flexible, and a great communicator, able to flourish under the challenge of supporting a global company with diverse brands, people, and programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is preferred in Business, Finance, or related field
3+ years of experience in Compliance, Supply Chain, or related field
Understanding of supply chain principles and practices
Demonstrated work experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Professional certification (e.g., CCEP, CCEP-I, CIA)
Experience with a variety of audit and compliance software
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and willingness to learn
Knowledge of social compliance audits like SMETA

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Corporate Compliance with Customer audits
Manage Darling's customer audits including plant communications and preparation; document collection, validation, and review; and communications with internal teams, auditors, and customers
Defining audit scope, developing checklists, scheduling on-site or virtual assessments, and managing and organizing data from multiple departments
Identifying and prioritizing risks through data-driven approaches
Review and assess various departments' policies and documents, certifications, and process records
Identify and investigate any compliance issues or discrepancies, and work with stakeholders to develop and implement corrective action plans
Research regulatory standards, changes, and provide analysis of those changes
Collect, analyze, and summarize information to prepare informative reports
Provide training and guidance to internal teams on compliance-related matters
Prepare and present reports to management on audit findings and compliance activities
Communicate and collaborate with the Corporate Compliance team and other internal departments to meet Corporate Compliance goals and program initiatives
All other duties as assigned