Established in 1978 in the North of France, KIABI revolutionised off-the-peg fashion with the introduction of low-cost fashion for the whole family, a concept which had never been seen before. With a network of over 505 shops across the world, KIABI boasts a turnover of 2 billion euros (2019) and 2.4% growth. As a symbol of simplicity, universality and joie de vivre, KIABI proposes ranges that are created in France by an in-house team of 56 fashion designers. KIABI is France’s leading prêt-à-porter retailer with over 10,000 employees of 60 different nationalities. Kiabi is aware of the environmental footprint of its activity and is reaffirming its Social and Environmental Responsibility via the KIABI HUMAN programme, by developing ranges of ecologically designed products and a transparent supply chain, and training its staff and stakeholders in the human and environmental impact of its business. The company encourages the personal development of employees in their place of work and the promotion of ethical local initiatives.

AIM

Aim is to support the implementation and effective deployment of Kiabi’s chemical management strategy within the supply chain. 

The Chemical Engineer ensures the proper application of chemical specifications and regulations, supports suppliers in managing chemical compliance, and acts as a key operational link between suppliers and the Chemical Manager in France. 

This role contributes to product health and safety, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and Kiabi’s CSR commitments.

MISSIONS

CHEMICAL COMPLIANCE & SPECIFICATIONS

Ensure the effective implementation of Kiabi chemical requirements, including Restricted Substance List (RSL), Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL). 

Train and support suppliers on Kiabi chemical requirements, procedures, and guidelines. 

Ensure chemical requirements are fully understood and correctly applied at factory level.

SUPPLIER SUPPORT & CHEMICAL NON-COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

Support suppliers in case of chemical non-compliance 

Follow up on corrective actions and assess their effectiveness. 

Contribute to the continuous improvement of suppliers’ chemical management systems.

INTERFACE WITH FRANCE CHEMICAL TEAM

Act as the main operational contact for chemical topics between suppliers and Chemical Manager based in France.

CHEMICAL AUTO-CONTROL & TESTING COORDINATION

Support the organization and follow-up of chemical auto-control plan 

Support analysis of chemical test results and follow-up actions when needed.

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 CERTIFICATION SUPPORT

Check OEKO-TEX® certificates from suppliers 

Verify validity and consistency of the certificates 

Identify gaps and support suppliers in achieving conformity when necessary

PROFILE OF THE HOLDER

BAC +4/5, Quality engineer, chemical engineer, HSE engineer
minimum 5 years relevant work experience
Fluent English – mastery of technical vocabulary

Soft skills:

• Organization, rigorous, interpersonal skills, tenacity
• you are autonomous on chemical safety.
• Customer oriented
• You are curious, open-minded and you like to animate projects.
• Analyze skills, deductive skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity
• You naturally have team spirit mindset
• Willing to travel and be flexible

INDICATORS OF PERFORMANCE

Economic indicators:
Supplier KPIs and dedicated action plan for compliance with Kiabi RSL

PERIMETER

KFI Tier 1,2 and 3 suppliers

REPORTING LINE :

Chemical Manager / Country Leader

Profile of the Holder

- Training and experience:
University graduate; knowledge of labor and social compliance in China; minimum 5 years relevant working experience

- Soft Skills:
- Positive attitude, self-motivated and able to drive results

- High ethical standards

- Good interpersonal, organizational, and coordinating skills

- Ability to work in a collaborative environment

- High proficiency in written/spoken Chinese (Mandarin) and English

- Willingness and ability to travel frequently to China

- A strong team player