Kering Supply Chain Social Auditor
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €30,000/year
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
About Kering
Kering is a global luxury group renowned for nurturing some of the world’s most influential Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Boucheron. As an employer, Kering offers a distinctive environment where creative excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term sustainability converge. The Group empowers its talents to shape the future of luxury through innovation, craftsmanship, and responsible business practices. With an international culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and shared ambition, Kering provides meaningful career opportunities for professionals seeking to contribute to exceptional brands while advancing a more sustainable and imaginative luxury industry.
Kering Supply Chain Social Auditor – Penne, Italy. Conduct audits, ensure compliance with international standards and Code of Ethics.
Role & Responsibilities
- Ensure Kering Group compliance with international standards and the Kering Code of Ethics
- Conduct social and environmental audits across Italian suppliers, identifying and documenting potential risks and irregularities in accordance with Kering risk policies
- Evaluate and communicate audit results and findings to suppliers, managing all associated audit documentation
- Review and assess corrective actions implemented by suppliers in response to audit findings
- Support external audit teams with technical expertise and finalize comprehensive audit reports
- Identify and escalate potential risk areas to relevant Kering Houses, maintaining rigorous follow-up on all identified irregularities
- Apply statistical tools to identify, analyze, and interpret risk patterns and trends across audit datasets
Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering or socio-economic areas
- Robust knowledge of SA8000 international standard
- Comprehensive understanding of Italian Labour Law and Health and Safety legislation
- Proven experience conducting social and environmental audits
- Understanding of supply chain processes and manufacturing sector operations
- Valid driving license
- Fluent in both Italian and English (both required); Chinese language proficiency is a plus
Skills
Experience
Demonstrated experience carrying out social and environmental audits within a manufacturing or supply chain context. Understanding of supply chain processes and the manufacturing sector is valued.
Education
Master's degree in engineering or socio-economic areas.
Workplace
The role is situated in Pescara, Abruzzo, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 30,000 per annum.
Benefits
National Collective Labour Agreement for Manufacturing Leather Goods and Related Industries; annual bonus opportunity according to company internal agreement; company canteen and additional benefits in accordance with company policies.
Culture
Kering fosters a dynamic, purpose-driven culture where creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration support the distinct identities of its luxury Houses. As an employer, the Group places strong emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and talent development, encouraging people to innovate responsibly while contributing to the future of modern luxury.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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