Manager, Sustainability

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

1d•$115,000 - $125,000

About The Position

This role leads the execution of an industry leading factory social responsibility program in home furnishings. Ownership in managing remediation and capacity building with vendors and factories to impact long term improvements. Promote awareness of our program expectations to local country team as well as our factories through regular trainings and communications. Build effective relationships with external and internal business partners with the goal of having the most optimized and sustainable supply chain across the region.

Requirements

Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.
A true passion for Corporate Social Responsibility
Maintains a global perspective and is culturally sensitive and aware.
Influences key members of an organization at all levels.
Possesses a personalize engaging style with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thrives in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrates a creative, energetic and motivated spirit.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Social Studies or a related field
8 years or above experience in the field of social responsibility either at an audit firm or a retailer (auditing, developing or enforcing implementation)
2 years or above management / leadership experience
Strong communication and presentation skills
Strong information-seeking skills and a drive to make things happen
Ability to understand challenges or underlying concerns, share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group
Ability to network, influence, and utilize internal and external resources
Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to motivate and mentor others within work group
Ability to lead initiatives and project teams
Proficiency in Windows XP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access

Responsibilities

Lead and execute WSI’s social responsibility program across key factories
Manage third party audit program including scheduling, reports reviews, tracking performance and cost management.
Monitor and manage factory remediation plans and provide the expertise and support needed to enable sustained improvements
Lead the development and delivery of key training to factories and Brand teams to increase education and awareness on WSI social responsibility protocols and expectations
Build effective relationships with Brand teams and vendors to solicit their commitment and support to impact improvements at partner factories
Be a key thought partner to support senior management team to establish and execute social responsibility policies and protocols
Act as a local law expert for vendors/factories to provide guidance and direction on adhering to the local law requirements
Represent WSI and its interests in multi-stakeholder groups, including external stakeholders, government officials, NGOs, etc. as directed by Management
Research and recommend CSR best practices within the industry/region to share with factories as well as internally to continuously improve WSI social responsibility program.
Escalate potential crisis situations to management, as appropriate
Manage regular reporting requirements as directed by management

Benefits

A generous discount on all WSI brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Advisor (Mentor) program
Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series