Global Ethics & Compliance Program Manager

Global Ethics & Compliance Program Manager Let’s be unstoppable together! At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com. What will you be doing? The Global Ethics and Compliance Program Manager plays a critical role in shaping the Circana Global Ethics and Compliance program (“E&C Program”). This position requires a combination of strong collaboration and project management skills, and the ability to drive change across a fast-paced global organization. In this role, the Global Ethics and Compliance Program Manager will work across a broad spectrum of risk areas and activities covering all the elements of an effective ethics & compliance program as set forth by the US Department of Justice. Successful candidates will lead with curiosity and be experienced at taking complex E&C concepts and translating them for a wide audience. The Global Ethics and Compliance Program Manager will lead or support risk management efforts in areas such as ESG / sustainability, anti-bribery and anti-corruption and conflicts of interest. Building sustainable long-term programs to manage these risks will require creativity in developing new policies, new ways of training and communicating, and new metrics for measuring progress. This role will report to the Vice President, Global Ethics & Compliance and will support the Company’s compliance team as well as collaborate closely with other leaders, corporate business functions, and other stakeholders. Job Responsibilities E&C Program Development Create business cases for new E&C program investments and coordinate with internal partners to pilot new E&C technology platforms, new types of training, and new controls • Support the build out of Circana’s Enterprise Risk Management program, including identifying new risks, coordinating with risk owners, and producing Board-level trend analysis • Develop and own the long-term strategy for ESG at Circana, including coordinating with key stakeholders to produce Circana’s annual Corporate Sustainability Report • Manage the process and ecosystem around all of Circana’s ESG certifications and external reporting (e.g., EcoVadis, CDP, CA SB 261 and SB 253), including ongoing materiality assessments for ESG-related risks • Coordinate with both internal and external partners to build out Circana’s third party risk management (TPRM) program, including due diligence and anti-corruption-related controls • Manage and develop Circana’s policy management process to drive accessibility, readability, and consistency across all of the company’s key guidance documents • Own internal E&C reporting and executive-level dashboards and assist in assessments and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of the Company’s ethics & compliance program • * Proactively monitor developments and changes to applicable guidance (e.g., DOJ, OFAC) and make recommendations applicable to the operations and strategy of the Compliance Program Employee Engagement and Business Partnership Shape and develop the communication strategy for launching new E&C guidance and initiatives to Circana employees across the globe • Assist in the design and development of company-wide E&C education, including experimenting with new training delivery formats (e.g., workshops), employee focus groups, and new communication channels • Lead the implementation of a Speak Up program, including owning the Speak Up Policy, creating new processes and protocols for internal investigations, and tracking KPIs to show continuous improvement • Assist in developing the culture and values of the company to include ethics & compliance standards that further enhance Circana’s image and reputation • Learn Circana’s products inside and out and develop the ability to spot and consult on Ethics & Compliance risks • * Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert (SME) for the commercial teams on ESG and Ethics & Compliance questions from clients Requirements • Minimum of 5 years Ethics and Compliance experience with in-house program management and/or management consulting experience preferred • Bachelor’s Degree • CCEP or related certifications preferred • Experience working with Ethics & Compliance technology platforms, especially case management tools, and proficiency using AI in day-to-day work • Experience with corporate ESG or sustainability programs and key metrics (e.g., tracking Scope 1-3 emissions) • Passion and enthusiasm for ethics and compliance work, including the ability to translate E&C concepts for a wide audience; ability to teach others with a “show not tell” mindset • Exceptional project management skills • Superior oral and written communication skills • Self-starter, strong sense of judgement, attention to detail, resourcefulness and ability to prioritize multiple projects within a fast-paced environment • Ability to lead with and defend a recommendation to an executive audience • Ability to make solid judgment calls under pressure • Strong people and change management skills Circana Behaviors As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role: • Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions • Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action • Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices • Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers • Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement • Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity • Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone Location This position can be located in the following area(s): USA The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $90K-105K This job is also eligible for bonus pay. Bonus 10% We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including [paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k)] to eligible employees. You can apply for this role through methods such as our Careers website link and/or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description. The anticipated application deadline for this position is November 17, 2025. #LI-GC1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Apply tot his job