Responsible Sourcing Auditor - CRS

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

With over 3,000 employees globally, our RCP (Retail and Consumer Products) division works closely with manufacturers, retailers and brands to support them in developing and producing innovative, safe products through consumer product testing. Our proactive approach to risk reduction eliminates issues in sourcing, safety, and quality assurance before they impact our client’s business and brand. Our expertise and dedication to enhance sustainability also extends across the areas of social responsibility, environmental, brand protection, supply chain security, extractives, and raw material sourcing.

Social Compliance Auditor will perform social compliance assessments in a variety of manufacturing sites, farms, processing plants and/or other work related sites throughout a region or country. The social compliance auditor assesses and reports in accordance with UL Responsible Sourcing and client audit protocols on facilities working conditions as it relates to established code of conducts, initiatives and/or client programs. Auditors are expected to write comprehensive reports in English in an objective, accurate, detail and timely manner.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute accurate, objective and high quality social compliance assessments by implementing all requirements indicated in the client specific procedures, auditor training and audits scope.
• Prepare in advance by downloading and reading audit documents related to upcoming audits.
• Document and report the audit findings/observations.
• Communicate audit results to facility management in a professional, objective, and clear manner.
• Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions taken as a result of audit.
• Cooperate with and supporting other auditors and staff.
• Submit complete audit reports timely.
• Promptly address any clarification queries from the reviewing team.
• Complete all assigned training activities and actively participate in training sessions.
• Apply feedback from reviewers, training supervisor, quality manager and client facing team to future work for continuous improvement.
• Treat privileged information with discretion and ensuring all audit related documents and results remain confidential and well-guarded.
• Update country law profiles for assigned country/region in support of the audit process & advisory services and update appropriate tracking tools.

• University degree in a related discipline and/or equivalent social compliance auditing experience.
• APSCA, CSCA, ASCA or Registered Auditor Credentials preferred.  We will invest in you to help you obtain the proper APSCA credentials at our cost.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 Products.
• Demonstrated written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of in-house staff and clients.
• Ability to travel extensively to accomodate client needs.
• Ability to complete required reports within client time expectations.
• Ability to research and interpret local jurisdiction requirements and law profiles.

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 127 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: The salary range for this position is $75,000 minimum budgeted by team - $90,000 midpoint of the salary range and is based upon years of experience that is commensurate with the level of the position.

  All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation.  The target for this position is 5% of the base salary offered. Employees are eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental & financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country, for the relevant position level.  We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours). Internal applicants with questions related to the Total Rewards for this position should submit a ticket via askHR for more insights.

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