Experienced CSR & HR professional with 12+ years of expertise in social compliance, occupational health & safety, environmental compliance, buyer audit management, and sustainability programs within the footwear and garment industry. Proven ability to lead compliance teams, manage international buyer audits, implement CAPs, and ensure compliance with Bangladesh Labour Law & Rules, Bangladesh EPZ Law & Rules and global standards including ISO 9001,14001, 45001, Higg FEM, SLCP, WRAP, SEDEX, GSV, and C-TPAT, Better work, ICS, Nirapon, RSC.
Emdadul Hoque
Deputy Manager (HR & CSR) | Karnaphuli shoes Industries Ltd -Korean EPZ) (Youngone Group)
Summary
Education
- National University MBA, Accounting Grade : CGPA:3.16 out of 4 Jul 2013 - Jan 2014
- National university BBA, Accounting Grade : CGPA:2.85 out of 4 Jul 2010 - Apr 2013
Experience
- Deputy Manager (HR & CSR) Karnaphuli shoes Industries Ltd -Korean EPZ) (Youngone Group) Apr 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 5 mosFull-time | | Onsite
Lead the overall CSR, Compliance, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) management system across the factory.
Ensure compliance with Bangladesh EPZ Law & Rules , BEPZA/EPZ regulations, buyer Codes of Conduct, and international standards.
Plan, conduct, and monitor internal audits covering Social Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Fire & Life Safety, Chemical Management, and Occupational Health & Safety.
Coordinate and successfully manage buyer and third-party audits, including Higg FEM, SLCP, GSV, C-TPAT, RSC, Nirapon, SEDEX, WRAP, Amfori BSCI, and ISO management systems.
Develop, implement, and monitor Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), ensuring timely closure of audit findings.
Lead workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments, incident investigations, and preventive action programs.
Ensure compliance with fire, electrical, structural, machine safety, chemical safety, PPE, emergency preparedness, and environmental requirements.
Coordinate with Production, HR, Engineering, Maintenance, Security, and EHS departments to improve factory compliance and safety performance.
Monitor legal compliance, statutory licenses, permits, certifications, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Develop and update CSR policies, SOPs, compliance procedures, and management reports.
Liaise with buyers, certification bodies, BEPZA, government authorities, and external stakeholders on compliance matters.
Monitor worker grievance mechanisms, social dialogue, welfare activities, and employee engagement programs.
Support sustainability initiatives related to environmental performance, energy conservation, waste management, and Higg FEM implementation.
Prepare compliance dashboards, KPI reports, audit summaries, and presentations for senior management.
Lead and develop the CSR and Compliance team, ensuring continuous improvement and audit readiness.
- Asst. Manager (HR & Compliance) Merimo Ltd -Chittagong EPZ ( Seezi Group ) Jul 2021 - Mar 2023 • 1 yr 9 mos
Lead the overall CSR, Compliance, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) management system across the factory.
Ensure compliance with Bangladesh EPZ Law & Rules , BEPZA/EPZ regulations, buyer Codes of Conduct, and international standards.
Plan, conduct, and monitor internal audits covering Social Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Fire & Life Safety, Chemical Management, and Occupational Health & Safety.
Coordinate and successfully manage buyer and third-party audits, including Higg FEM, SLCP, GSV, C-TPAT, RSC, Nirapon, SEDEX, WRAP, Amfori BSCI, and ISO management systems.
Develop, implement, and monitor Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), ensuring timely closure of audit findings.
Lead workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments, incident investigations, and preventive action programs.
Ensure compliance with fire, electrical, structural, machine safety, chemical safety, PPE, emergency preparedness, and environmental requirements.
Coordinate with Production, HR, Engineering, Maintenance, Security, and EHS departments to improve factory compliance and safety performance.
Monitor legal compliance, statutory licenses, permits, certifications, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Develop and update CSR policies, SOPs, compliance procedures, and management reports.
Liaise with buyers, certification bodies, BEPZA, government authorities, and external stakeholders on compliance matters.
Monitor worker grievance mechanisms, social dialogue, welfare activities, and employee engagement programs.
Support sustainability initiatives related to environmental performance, energy conservation, waste management, and Higg FEM implementation.
Prepare compliance dashboards, KPI reports, audit summaries, and presentations for senior management.
Lead and develop the CSR and Compliance team, ensuring continuous improvement and audit readiness.
Skills
- HR Compliance & AdminExpert
- Labor Law & RulesExpert
Languages
- BanglaNative speaker
- EnglishNative speaker
Certifications
- ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 SA -8000 AJA BangladeshIssued Jan 2023 • Expired Jan 2023
- Sustainability Management System (SMS) AJA BangladeshIssued Jan 2023 • Expired Jan 2023