Happy Chowdhury (Likha)
ESG & Audit Expert
Dhaka,Uttara
Summary
Strategic HR & Compliance Leader | ESG Transformation | Employee Engagement Champion
Award-winning professional with 14+ years of global experience in the apparel and RMG sector, driving sustainability, compliance, and people-first transformation across six countries. Proven expertise in training facilitation, onboarding, performance management, and ethical workplace culture. Recognized with 3× Best Employee and 3× Best Team Awards for leading high-impact programs across 25+ international brands, including Primark, Target Australia, Next, and American Eagle. Fluent in Bangla, English, and Hindi, with a collaborative spirit, and a strategic vision for inclusive, high-performing teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager Compliance
Simple Approach Limited (PDS Multinational)
Dhaka
02.2014 - 07.2025
- Led a compliance team of 12+, overseeing daily operations, performance reviews, and training sessions.
- Directed the onboarding of factories and suppliers, ensuring alignment with global compliance benchmarks.
- Supervised audits across social, structural, and ESG domains under Accord, Alliance, RSC, and Nirapon.
- Implemented Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and monitored progress across multiple regions.
- Coordinated audit schedules, stakeholder meetings, and cross-functional communications.
- Resolved compliance challenges through agile collaboration and strategic problem-solving.
- Integrated ESG frameworks into operations, and developed buyer-specific Codes of Conduct.
- Forged partnerships with Reverse Resources, Suddokho, and Simon to accelerate sustainable innovation.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff understanding of compliance policies.
- Provided subject matter expertise regarding regulatory strategies and applications.
- Assisted in developing strategies to reduce potential risks associated with noncompliance activities.
- Analyzed existing systems and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement in terms of compliance objectives.
Auditor Compliance
Takko Holdings GmbH.
Dhaka
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Conducted social compliance audits across manufacturing units.
- Planned and executed factory assessments covering labor conditions, wages, health and safety, and grievance systems.
- Prepared and reviewed audit reports with noncompliance findings, root cause analysis, and corrective action recommendations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance audit processes.
- Monitored changes in regulatory requirements affecting auditing procedures.
Welfare & HR Compliance
Cotton field (BD) ltd
Gazipur
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Workforce planning aligned with production and operational goals.
- Talent acquisition, candidate screening, and onboarding support.
- Employee relations, grievance resolution, conflict management, exit process handling, and administration of compensation, benefits, and incentive programs.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
-Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Atish Dipankar University of Science & Technology
Dhaka, BangladeshBBA - Human Resources Management
Atish Dipankar University of Science & Technology
Dhaka, BangladeshSkills
- Audit supervision
Compliance management
- ESG integration
Audit management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Supply chain oversight
- Labor relations
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Training development
- Strategic planning
- Vendor / supplier performance management
Certification
- SA8000 5 Day Basic Auditor Course
- Certificates of Bangladesh Labor Law & Labor Rule
- ISO 9001 2015 QMS System Auditor Lead Auditor training
- Awareness Course On GOATS & OCS Certificate
- Chemical Management ZDHC
- Certificate of TOT on Grievance Mechanism
TRAINING & ENGAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Facilitated onboarding and orientation for suppliers, factories, and internal teams across Bangladesh and overseas
- Conducted performance goal-setting workshops and KPI-based reviews for 12+ compliance staff
- Led welfare initiatives (Amader Kotha, Moner Kotha) to enhance employee engagement and ethical culture
- Delivered training on grievance mechanisms, labor law, and ESG frameworks
- Supported gender sensitivity and safeguarding campaigns through cross-functional collaboration
- Reviewed and updated training materials aligned with brand-specific Codes of Conduct
- Managed employee relations cases and conflict resolution with dignity and compliance
Awards
- Best Employee of the Award, PDS Multinational Ltd
- Best Ethical Team Award, PDS Multinational Ltd
Accomplishments
ESG & Compliance Leadership
- Led ESG audits & Monitoring across 6 countries, achieving 50% compliance for Tier 1 suppliers and reducing risk exposure by 35%.
- Implemented a zero-tolerance policy for labor violations per company policy, resulting in a 60% drop in non-compliance cases across Approved facilities.
Supplier Development & Global Sourcing
- Onboarded 10+ new suppliers across in Bangladesh reducing lead times by 50% and increasing production flexibility for global brands.
- Designed corrective action plans that improved supplier ratings from “critical” to “acceptable ” within 3 quarters.
Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization
- Streamlined supplier onboarding process, cutting average onboarding time from 120 to 60 days.
Team Empowerment & Cross-Cultural Collaboration
- Built and mentored a multicultural compliance team, resulting in 3 internal promotions and a 60% increase in audit efficiency.
- Received Best Team Player award for leading Bangladesh during a major brand rollout.
Strategic Impact & Recognition
- Recognized as Best Employee of the Year (twice) for driving supplier performance and exceeding compliance benchmarks.
- Best Ethical Team Award – PDS Multinational Ltd
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Senior Manager Compliance
Simple Approach Limited (PDS Multinational)
02.2014 - 07.2025
Auditor Compliance
Takko Holdings GmbH.
04.2013 - 10.2013
Welfare & HR Compliance
Cotton field (BD) ltd
06.2010 - 12.2012
MBA - Human Resources Management
Atish Dipankar University of Science & Technology
BBA - Human Resources Management
Atish Dipankar University of Science & Technology