Vendor and ESG Compliance Manager

Kendra Scott•Austin, TX

About The Position

Kendra Scott’s Vendor and ESG Compliance Manager oversees social, environmental, and governance programs across the global supply chain to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company values. Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the role manages third-party audits, supplier due diligence, and certification programs. The position contributes to the strategic development of the company’s human rights, responsible sourcing, and upstream traceability programs. It also supports compliance with evolving global best practices and helps keep the company’s supply chain compliant and resilient.

Requirements

BS/BA in environmental science or equivalent experience.
Experience working with vendors in the retail sector.
Working knowledge of social compliance guidelines.
Working knowledge of ESG and environmental regulations and programs.
Analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter who is innovative and has a knack for process improvement.
Ability to establish positive working relationships across the organization, with third-party service providers, and with vendors.
Passion for the brand and its core values: Family, Fashion, Philanthropy.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience utilizing Product Lifecycle Management software, QAD, Oracle, and Coupa.

Responsibilities

Act as the Sustainability subject matter expert.
Oversee social compliance program standards and ensure suppliers meet ethical labor, human rights, and environmental requirements.
Manage and coordinate third-party social, environmental, and supply chain security (C-TPAT) audits; analyze vendor performance and drive continuous improvement in sustainability practices.
Lead and support factory RJC certification processes, including gap assessments, corrective action plans, and ongoing monitoring.
Manage ESG reporting for mandatory disclosures.
Manage annual state-level EPR reporting.
Develop, recommend, and administer policies, procedures, and processes in support of company goals and operations, and implement and monitor compliance with approved policies and processes.
Partner with product development and marketing to expand sustainable product offerings.
Perform AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) due diligence checks on suppliers to mitigate financial and reputational risks.
Track, analyze, and report vendor compliance metrics, audit outcomes, and risk assessments to senior leadership, highlighting areas for improvement and compliance trends.
Develop and lead company supply chain traceability and mapping efforts.
Develop and deliver training to vendors and internal teams on compliance policies, ethical sourcing standards, and audit requirements.
Stay current on global compliance regulations, ESG frameworks, and RJC standards to ensure company policies align with evolving best practices.
Assist the Senior Manager in leading strategy and policy development for the company’s human rights, due diligence, responsible sourcing and production, and upstream traceability programs, such as Knowing Our Supply Chain.