Job Description

An exciting temporary opportunity to oversee implementation and embedding of Traceability and Digital Product Passport (DPP) systems within the business.


About the Role


Key Responsibilities:


The successful applicant would be expected to gain a full understanding of relevant DPP legislation, when it is fully defined later in 2025 Liaise with external service providers to select a suitable DPP partner to support business compliance Create and implement a delivery plan for DPP implementation to align with legislation deadlines Ensure that the consumer experience of DPP is at an appropriate level for a luxury brand Lead an internal cross functional group to deliver key digital compliance projects required over next 2 years Gain an understanding of the needs of our business and collaborate with key stakeholders to problem solve and implement new systems Liaise with both external providers and key customers to implement traceability frameworks which support our sustainable fibre claims Work collaboratively with peers and colleagues to implement necessary change including delivering any associated training required to embed new ways of working in business processes Provide regular updates on progress to relevant stakeholders
This is a full time, fixed-term position for two years working 38 hours per week from our Elgin site with the possibility of hybrid working. Salary is starting from 27,000 per annum, dependent on experience.


About You


A logical thinker capable of working with complex data Can demonstrate an understanding of supply chains Has project management skills and can manage a critical path A credible representative to engage with customers on these topics An understanding of manufacturing and ERP systems would be advantageous A desire to understand relevant legislation A strong influencer and communicator with the ability to build relationships with people in all levels of the business
About Us


Founded in 1797, Johnstons of Elgin is an innovative, luxury clothing brand celebrating 225 years of experience in working with the world's finest fibres. Across three centuries, our family-owned company has carefully sources cashmere and fine woollen fibres from around the world, applying the latest technology and highest quality craft expertise in our very own vertical Scottish mills. Employing over 1,000 staff, our valued employees and communities are at the heart of everything we do, producing unique, high-quality designs that are made to last. Our brand is focused on sustainability, working with natural, renewable, and biodegradable fibres and we are committed to maintaining a minimal environmental footprint.


Johnstons of Elgin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer wholeheartedly supporting the principles of equality and diversity to build an inclusive workforce. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their whole authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, which goes beyond those characteristics protected by law to include everything that makes us unique, from our backgrounds and experiences to our personalities and ways of thinking.


We endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and encourage any candidate who requires assistance to contact us at hr@johnstonsofelgin.com.


Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement or qualification. At Johnstons of Elgin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but think your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.


Please note all applicants must be able to provide evidence of their right to remain and take up paid employment in country job is based.


Closing date - Friday 30th May 2025