Senior Director of Risk Management & Internal Audit

Summary

The Sr. Director, Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk is a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the Audit Committee, responsible for shaping a modern, risk‑based audit function and elevating enterprise risk management across a complex, global, operations‑heavy business. This leader delivers independent assurance, sharp insights, and forward‑looking risk guidance that strengthens governance, protects value, and supports long‑term growth.

Ideal candidates bring deep experience in food manufacturing, consumer products, or large‑scale supply chain environments, with the ability to navigate operational complexity, technology‑enabled processes, and evolving regulatory expectations.

• Strong command of internal controls, Global Internal Audit Standards, and COSO frameworks.
• Expertise in cybersecurity, identity management, and third‑party risk assurance.
• Advanced data analytics and continuous auditing techniques.
• Business acumen across manufacturing, supply chain, and digital operations.
• Ability to translate complex risk topics into clear, actionable insights.
• High judgment, independence, and professional skepticism.
• Executive presence with strong influence across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to design and execute a scalable, risk‑based audit program.

• 12–15+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, ERM, risk advisory, or public accounting, including 3+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience leading or shaping an Internal Audit function in a complex, operations‑heavy organization.
• Strong background in food manufacturing, consumer products, retail, or global supply chain environments.
• Expertise auditing technology‑enabled processes (ERP, data platforms, automated workflows).
• Deep understanding of ERM frameworks, internal controls, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience modernizing audit functions using analytics, continuous monitoring, and risk‑based approaches.
• Executive communication skills with experience presenting to Boards/Audit Committees.
• CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification required.

Seattle, WA – in office, Monday – Thursday, Friday remote optional

(relocation assistance available)

Salary range: $215,000–$250,000, plus performance ‑ based incentives and competitive benefits.