Responsible Sourcing & Sustainability Manager

About The Role
As the Responsible Sourcing and Sustainability Manager at Stitch Fix, you will have the opportunity to have a positive impact on Stitch Fix and on millions of people, by working across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to advance human rights at the factories producing Stitch Fix products and the sustainability of the materials utilized in Stitch Fix products. You will lead Stitch Fix’s Responsible Sourcing supply chain audit program and more sustainable materials pledge overseeing the expansion of due diligence activities within the Private Brands business. You will create accountability at the vendor and factory levels to improve working conditions and lower the environmental impacts for Stitch Fix Private Brands products. Additionally, you will work with external stakeholders to advance Stitch Fix’s progress to industry standards.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience managing global human rights / responsible sourcing / social compliance programs / sustainability programs. We're looking for someone with a strategic mindset, a nuanced approach to problem-solving, multi-cultural awareness and sharp communication and influencing skills.
You're Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will…

• Develop guidance and processes to meet global regulatory requirements impacting the retail / apparel / footwear space
• Ensure Stitch Fix meets Brand / Retailer requirements for Better Cotton including annual BCCU accounting
• Ensure Stitch Fix meets Brand / Retailer membership requirements for the Sustainable Apparel Coalition including the adoption of the FSLM and FEM in the private brands supply chain
• Maintain and report on program KPIs and develop internal tracking and comparison tools to evaluate impact and risk
• Partnering with vendors and factories on remediation of High Risk issues
• Reviewing program process and policies to ensure alignment with industry on a global level.
• Have a direct, positive impact on the people who make Stitch Fix’s private label product and domestic workers who make products for our strategic Market vendors
• Lead the Responsible Sourcing program across private brands including but not limited to
• Oversee and manage Responsible Sourcing and Sustainability annual budget and resources
• Managing supply chain data to ensure accuracy of information and traceability
• Guiding Stitch Fix contractor(s) to support the effective administration of the Responsible Sourcing audit program
• Partner with Legal, Communications and Buying Teams to responsibly prevent, mitigate and manage potential risks related to social and environmental impact in the supply chain
• Serve as Stitch Fix’s representative in industry collaboration and membership events such as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), Better Cotton, and Canopy
• Oversee the Stitch Fix’s Social Impact Task Force and advance Stitch Fix’s 100% more sustainable raw materials pledge in collaboration with the Buying Teams and Vendors
• Partner with Vendor Operations on vendor manual documentation
• Partner with MGMT and Chief of Staff on total company ESG efforts
• Build strategies and evolve programs to continue to advance responsibility and sustainability within the supply chain

We’re Excited About You Because…

• You have superior Excel skills and are a PowerPoint wiz
• You are skilled in project management and driving results
• You have a strong ability to influence stakeholders for impact
• You are highly self-motivated, you have a stellar work ethic and you’re looking for the right company to support your creative growth
• You are able to effectively balance business priorities with social & environmental risk/opportunities
• Above all else, you are Bright, Kind and Motivated by Challenge
• You are comfortable with ambiguity, complex problems and nuanced approaches to solutions
• You work well in a demanding, fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities
• You have a college degree (BA/BS in a business-related field), with 5+ years of relevant work experience in responsible sourcing and sustainability, with a strong preference for experience in the apparel industry
• You exhibit a high degree of cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
• You possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• You are willing to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally
• You are a positive team player who is able to work independently

Why you'll love working at Stitch Fix...

• We are the owners of our work and are energized by solving problems through a growth mindset lens. We think broadly and creatively through every situation to create meaningful impact.
• We win as a team, commit to our work, and celebrate grit together because we value strong relationships.
• We are a group of bright, kind people who are motivated by challenge. We value integrity, innovation and trust. You’ll bring these characteristics to life in everything you do at Stitch Fix.
• We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits.
• We are an innovative company and leverage our strengths in fashion and tech to disrupt the future of retail.
• We cultivate a community of diverse perspectives— all voices are heard and valued.
• We boldly create the future while keeping equity and sustainability at the center of all that we do.

About Stitch Fix
We're changing the industry and bringing personal styling to every body. We believe in a service and a workplace where you can show up as your best, most authentic self. The Stitch Fix experience is not merely curated—it’s truly personalized to each client we style. We are changing the way people find what they love. We’re disrupting the future of retail with the precision of data science by combining it with human instinct to find pieces that fit our client’s unique style. This novel juxtaposition attracts a highly diverse group of talented people who are both thinkers and doers. This results in a simple, yet powerful offering to our customers and a successful, growing business serving millions of men, women and kids throughout the US and UK. We believe we are only scratching the surface and are looking for incredible people like you to help us boldly create our future.
Compensation And Benefits
Our anticipated compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets, and the range below indicates the low end of the lowest-compensated market to the high end of the highest-compensated market. This position is eligible for new hire and ongoing grants of restricted stock units depending on employee and company performance. In addition, the position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external careers site.
Salary Range
$155,000—$162,000 USD
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