Urbn Social Responsibility Coordinator

Overview
URBN has an exciting opportunity in the Global Trade and Compliance department. We are looking for an Social Responsibility Coordinator to help support our global business. In this exciting role, the Social Responsibility Coordinator will play a critical role in furthering URBN’s progress in the Social Responsibility space, working toward achieving URBN’s forward-looking CSR goals. The Social Responsibility Coordinator will help support the Social Responsibility team to ensure URBN products are sourced responsibly, URBN’s suppliers are compliant with its Code of Conduct, and risk within the supply chain is mitigated. The Social Responsibility Coordinator will actively contribute to new, exciting initiatives in the Social Responsibility space at URBN.
Responsibilities

• Assist in collection of vendor risk score data to be provided to internal teams; Leverage third-party systems to effectively collect data needed to assign risk scores to vendors
• Organize and maintain databases related to factories/audits
• Assist with internal and external communications related to social compliance
• Engage with third-party compliance management system to ensure vendors are supported and assessment objectives are clear
• Assist with implementation of vendor-facing human rights related initiatives
• Gather data to support reporting of key metrics to leadership team
• Act as liaison between third party audit firms and vendors
• Support annual Social Compliance Audit program by reviewing third-party audits, and working directly with vendors on corrective action plans
• Validate data gathered in Supply Chain Mapping initiative using provided resources
• Support review of potential new vendors, to ensure alignment with URBN values and Vendor Code of Conduct; track Social Responsibility status of vendors being onboarded
• Contribute ideas to maximize efficiencies and improve current due diligence programs
• Update URBN’s Country Risk Assessment tool as needed
• Assist with Supply Chain Mapping initiatives by working closely with vendors to ensure responses are collected efficiently and effectively
• Continuously monitor industry resources to stay up-to-speed on current events and legislation that affect social responsibility
• Mitigate forced labor risk through continuous improvement of social responsibility due diligence program

Qualifications/ Job Skills

• A tendency to see opportunity for improvement whenever possible, and bring new, innovative ideas to the team
• Demonstrated ability to effectively build relationships and collaborate across a global organization
• Strong communicator with a flexible and adaptable approach to new challenges
• Proactive, self-motivated, and strong team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage own time and workload
• Ability to work in a fast paced, everchanging landscape, and adapt as needed
• Ability to analyze information to drive business decisions, manage project plans and resources.
• High degree of proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Extremely detail oriented with strong organizational skills

Education & Experience

• A foundational knowledge of responsible sourcing, especially in the apparel industry
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, highly preferred
• General understanding of Social Responsibility initiatives and organizations in the apparel/retail industries
• At least 1-2 years of experience in a Social Responsibility or human rights related role, preferably in the apparel and/or retail industry
• Clear track record of successfully supporting a Social Responsibility team
• Proven experience reviewing and analyzing Social Compliance audits, and has basic understanding of relevant due diligence frameworks

Location
Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA
Travel
Not required
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Urban Outfitters, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.