Textiles Certification Officer

Soil Association, Bristol

Textiles Certification Officer

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Soil Association, Bristol

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 24 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 97c038a0408d4bf9a88a2068b0e04043

Full Job Description

The Textiles Certification Officer will be in daily contact with our licensees; therefore, suitable applicants will demonstrate a technical understanding of the Global Organic Textile Standard and build and maintain relationships.,

  • Work with licensees in the Fashion & Textiles sector across the supply chain
  • Handling all aspects of organic certification for our portfolio of Fashion & Textiles businesses
  • Reviewing labels and inspection reports
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    Soil Association seeks a highly motivated Textiles Certification Officer to join the Fashion & Textiles Team.,
  • Educated to degree level or have equivalent experience in the fashion and textiles industry or quality management discipline.
  • A keen eye for detail
  • A confident approach to service delivery
  • Ability to provide solutions within tight deadlines.
  • Excellent relationship builder
  • Highly organised
  • Aware of the commercial demands on fashion and textiles businesses.
  • Demonstrate an ability to manage your own workload
  • Excellent customer service skills on the phone and face-to-face
  • Excellent computer literacy,
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    About: The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That's because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.
  • We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it's needed the most. Soil Association Certification offers a huge range of organic and sustainable certification schemes across food, farming, catering, health and beauty, textiles and forestry which are recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world. We're the UK's leading organic certifier - you'll find our symbol on over 70% of organic products

  • We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including: 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
  • Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
  • Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
  • Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
  • Family-friendly policies and flexible working
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyles and produce