Senior/Lead Specialist, Supplier Compliance & Sustainability

Job Description

Basic Function of the Job:

• Supplier RBA-criteria Assessment & Improvements
• Develop and implement comprehensive RBA audit plans for suppliers. This involves communicating the RBA standards and Coherent's Supplier Code of Conduct in detail, which cover labor rights, health and safety, environment & sustainability, ethics, and relevant management systems.
• Analyze audit findings and prepare detailed reports. Highlight areas of non-compliance, provide practical recommendations for improvement, and set follow-up timelines for suppliers to address issues.
• Track supplier's corrective action and verify closure status, and support supplier's efforts in achieving RBA compliance. This may include providing training resources, sharing best practices, and facilitating communication channels.
• Responsible Minerals
• Oversee the supply chain data collection, validation, and submission of responsible minerals reporting templates CMRT, EMRT, and AMRT, as assigned.
• Leverage resources of external service providers and work with suppliers to obtain CMRT, EMRT, and AMRT, keep progress on track, and do RM data consolidation and analysis
• Collaborate with Procurement managers and other key stakeholders to drive action plans for mitigating the compliance risk of smelters in supply chain. This includes reporting/syncing on the status of responsible minerals sourcing to internal stakeholders.
• Enable multi-tier supply chain mapping that traces materials back to their country of origin and initial mining site, including the first points of smelting.
• Engage with suppliers to promote responsible minerals sourcing practices. This could involve setting up supplier training programs and encouraging participate of industry - wide initiatives
• New Supplier Assessment, Supply Chain Sustainability, and others
• Participate in new supplier qualification assessment that includes compliance and/or sustainability topics in Malaysia and other southeast Asia countries.
• Collaborate with third-party platforms to thoroughly vet new suppliers during the onboarding process.
• Measure and monitor greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in scope 3. This includes collecting data, driving suppliers to set reduction targets and develop action plans, and providing support and resources to suppliers such as sharing case studies, utilizing training resources, or connecting them with relevant technology providers.
• Communicate the progress of supply chain GHG emissions reduction projects and training program to internal stakeholders.
• Implement compliance-related online/offline compliance surveys throughout the supply chain, drove by customer requests or internal risk assessment requirements
  
  

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field such as environmental science, supply chain management, laws, EHS, business administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in compliance and sustainability or a related area.
• Experience in conducting RBA/CSR/SER audits and Responsible Minerals Sourcing is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in using various RBA tools and the ability to develop supply chain assessment forms is highly desirable.
• Experience with sustainability directives and initiatives is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in managing projects related to GHG emissions reduction will be considered a significant plus.
• Fundamental awareness and basic understanding of import/export compliance principles.
• In-depth knowledge of RBA standards, responsible minerals regulations, and greenhouse gas accounting methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills to assess audit findings, analyze supply chain data, and develop effective strategies for improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with suppliers, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor projects related to the mentioned responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team.
  
  

Working Conditions

• The role is hybrid, with travels to suppliers for assessments, audit and corrective actions verifications.
  
  

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh's assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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