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　　About the Organization About the Organization Since 1981, Outdoor Research has been building award-winning outdoor clothing and gear. We stand behind every product we make with the Outdoor Research Infinite Guarantee- warranty. Find out how we were born from our founder Ron Gregg's research-led approach to problem solving, and discover the origins of our first products in Our Story. Discover our roots in U.S. manufacturing, our legacy in Made in the USA tactical gloves, and our response to the COVID-19 pandemic with the development of face masks and medical-grade personal protective equipment in Protection. Learn about our product processes using recycled materials, how we enforce the safety and wellbeing of our workplaces, and our commitment to all people and the planet in Responsibility. Meet some of our community members who work to create safe, accessible, and equitable outdoor spaces in our Community Partnerships and our Ambassadors. We'd be thrilled to have you join the team and find your Career at Outdoor Research. Outdoor Research Values Curiosity: We are constantly striving to learn and improve ourselves. In our products, as a brand, as a team, and as individuals. Passion: We love what we do and take pride in sharing our work with others. Innovation: We are complex problem solvers. Collaboration: We are better together. Community: We embrace the collective impact we can have from our diverse perspectives; on each other, society, and our environment.

　　Position Sourcing & Social Responsibility Lead

　　Description

　　Location: Seattle

　　Position: Full-Time, Hybrid, 3 days in-office

　　Rate: $80,000

　　About this role

　　Reporting to the Sr. Director of Sourcing and Quality, the Sourcing & Social Responsibility Lead will be working closely with the Product Team across all categories and will be responsible for supporting the finished goods vendor space. Our vendor partners are very important to us. This role will also execute sourcing, social responsibility and costing strategies to help deliver excellent product.

　　What you will do

　　Work cross-functionally with Product Managers, Tech Design, Designers, Quality and Planning

　　Develop and build relationships with vendors to drive business objectives

　　Manage vendor allocations and capability matrices to ensure the right product is at the right factory

　　Communication internally and externally as needed by the Director and the business

　　Set vendor expectations, manage calendars and ensure seasonal calendar timelines are met

　　Support with cost tracking, engineered costing, and cost data

　　Negotiate directly with Vendors and manage risk to cost

　　Attending fittings and support the Product Team to make cost-effective decisions

　　Monitor and evaluate vendor performance seasonally

　　Problem-solve with Vendors and the Product Team when issues arise

　　Flexible schedule to take Vendor calls after or before normal work hours due to time zone restrictions

　　Lead projects around process efficiency, costing tools, manufacturing improvements, sourcing strategy, etc.

　　Collaborate with all departments on various projects, SMUs, and other support as needed

　　Travel to visit Vendor factories abroad for sourcing and product development needs

　　Conduct research, analyze data and communicate benefits and risks regarding application of monitoring, remediation and capacity building to maximize effectiveness of OR’s social compliance program. Specifically, educating and providing quarterly reporting to Product and Planning Teams on key metrics related to key suppliers and including compliance data.

　　Request and review audit reports completed by external auditors for accuracy and analysis. Provide analytical risk assessment of a factory based on audit results, and effectively communicate to management and field personnel.

　　Follow up with external vendors to clarify, request more information, or facilitate remediation plans after reviewing their social audits.

　　Own the relationship with third-party social compliance partner(s). Work with them as needed with remediation plans, reports, guidance.

　　Co-manage our external voice on our finished goods Vendor Social Responsibility

　　Lead the sustainable packaging research and implementation along with other business units

　　Position Requirements

　　What you should bring to the table

　　A passion for the outdoors

　　A can-do, positive attitude with a collaborative mindset

　　People call you a “team player,” a “go-getter,” and a “great listener”

　　The ability to adapt and respond with a sense of urgency

　　Interpersonal skills that inspire and build trust, resulting in effective work relationships

　　3-4 years of similar work experience

　　Knowledge of product team roles in the outdoor/fashion industry

　　Knowledge of the apparel/accessories commercialization and manufacturing processes

　　Experience visiting off-shore factories

　　In-depth knowledge of the apparel manufacturing process

　　Comfortable with coaching, mentoring & providing feedback for growth

　　Possess confidence in your strengths, take on challenges and prefer negotiating face to face

　　Knowledge of labor laws in various apparel and accessories manufacturing countries

　　Proficiencies in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and above all, Excel

　　Preference goes to those who have familiarity with any of the following: patterns, industry standards, best practices, quality expectations and compliance regulations, fluency in another language

　　What do we bring to the table?

　　11 paid holidays each year and 3 floating holidays

　　Transportation benefits

　　PTO and sick/safe time

　　Paid volunteer time

　　Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

　　401K with discretionary company match

　　Bouldering wall and gym

　　Product discounts

　　Employee interest groups including various sports activities and our one and only Fun Force club

　　Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

　　Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

　　Location Seattle, WA

　　EOE Statement OR is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in an unlawful manner. Employment-related decisions are made based on an individual’s qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or military status, genetic information, political ideology or other applicable protected class status. This commitment extends to all employment practices including selection, hiring, placement, recruitment advertising, promotion or transfer, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, demotion, layoff, or separation. All employment decisions are based upon the qualifications of the individual and the job requirements.

　　OR supports this commitment with an Affirmative Action Program, which is updated annually. The

　　objectives of the Affirmative Action Program are to ensure that our team reflects the diversity of our local community. We fully support affirmative action to include women, ethnic minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities throughout our workforce. The OR Affirmative Action Program is available for review by all employees and is maintained in the Human Resources Department.