Supply Chain Coordinator
Posted 2 days 12 hours ago by Better Cotton
Permanent
Full Time
University and College Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
About the Job
Are you purpose-led and ready to play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable cotton? Join us at Better Cotton as Supply Chain Coordinator and support the smooth running of our global Supply Chain Operations programme. Your work will help ensure the adoption of our Chain of Custody Standard, strengthen supply chain engagement, and contribute to more sustainable farming and sourcing practices around the world.
The Challenge
Looking ahead to 2030, Better Cotton is driving bold goals: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting pesticide use, improving soil health, raising farmer incomes, and empowering women in cotton communities. As Supply Chain Coordinator, you will help us achieve these ambitions by providing essential operational and stakeholder support to our global supply chain initiatives.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Hybrid working - One day per week in the office in central London
- The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year
- Flexible working, with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm local time
- Continuous learning and development
- 25 days paid annual leave, plus 8-9 Bank Holidays and a further 3 days off over Christmas
- Enhanced parental benefits
- A warm, positive working environment where everyone is valued
- The opportunity to make your mark and make a difference.
Working arrangements
The position is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based in London. Better Cotton offers flexible working, with core hours being 10 am - 4 pm. The position will require limited travel.
Apply now
Send us your CV (2 pages maximum) and a brief cover letter (1-page maximum) by or before 26.09.2025 via this link.
In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Better Cotton. We want to see your personal style - what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is here with us.
Our hiring process
Initial Screening:
Applicant screening is a crucial step in our recruitment process. This stage may involve a brief phone interview or video call to evaluate your suitability for the position. During this screening, we review resumes and cover letters, and may conduct initial background checks to narrow down the pool of applicant. Internal candidates are encouraged to inform their line manager about their application to promote transparency and help facilitate a smooth transition if selected.
Interviews:
If you successfully pass the initial screening, you will be invited for interviews. The interview process at Better Cotton may include one or more rounds of interviews with various stakeholders, such as the hiring manager, team members, and potentially senior management. As an internal candidate, you may have discussions regarding your current responsibilities and how they will transition to the new position.
Assessment and Testing:
Depending on the role, you might be required to complete assessments, technical tests, or skills evaluations to gauge your competency and suitability for the position. Internal candidates may have the option to demonstrate their existing skills through current job performance or past project outcomes.
Reference Checks:
Once you progress further in the process, reference checks are conducted to validate your work history, skills, and qualifications, and for some roles, your education and criminal history. Internal candidates may be asked for references from current or previous supervisors within Better Cotton to provide insights into their performance and capabilities.
After completing interviews, assessments, and reference checks, the hiring team evaluates your performance and fit for the role. If you are selected and your references are relevant and satisfactory, you will receive a formal job offer letter outlining the terms of employment, compensation, benefits, and any other relevant details. For internal candidates, the offer process may include a discussion about how your transition to the new role will be managed and any support needed for a smooth handover.
About Better Cotton
Better Cottonis aglobal not-for-profit organisationsupporting theproduction of moreequitableandsustainable cotton at farmlevel. We exist to catalyse the cotton farming communitywithpartners,governments and others to continuously drive positive impact by setting standards and facilitating the supply and demand of more sustainable cotton from farm tobrand.In just 15 years we have aligned more than a fifth of the world's cotton with our standard and helped farmers and farming communities thrive. Join us in building a better, more sustainable future for cotton worldwide.
About our Values
The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values which are:
We have a zero-tolerance approach to any attitudes or behaviours that put children or adults at risk of harm. Safeguarding incidents are acts of serious misconduct and are grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including, dismissal and referral to relevant authorities for criminal prosecution. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.
Are you purpose-led and ready to play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable cotton? Join us at Better Cotton as Supply Chain Coordinator and support the smooth running of our global Supply Chain Operations programme. Your work will help ensure the adoption of our Chain of Custody Standard, strengthen supply chain engagement, and contribute to more sustainable farming and sourcing practices around the world.
The Challenge
Looking ahead to 2030, Better Cotton is driving bold goals: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, cutting pesticide use, improving soil health, raising farmer incomes, and empowering women in cotton communities. As Supply Chain Coordinator, you will help us achieve these ambitions by providing essential operational and stakeholder support to our global supply chain initiatives.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate and deliver the Ginner Engagement and Training (GET) workstream , including seasonal planning, updating training materials, and supporting knowledge exchange.
- Lead the development of clear and consistent communications with gins worldwide , including a dedicated Ginner Newsletter.
- Support suppliers through the implementation of certification and traceability activities , including training, webinars, and onboarding.
- Manage and analyse supply chain data to identify key actors, track certification progress, and provide insights to improve operations.
- Contribute to the roll-out of the Chain of Custody Standard , supporting certification in Europe, Africa, North America, and the Middle East.
- Build strong relationships with external stakeholders, representing Better Cotton in meetings, trainings, and events, particularly in countries where we don't have a local team.
- Monitor and track budgets, contracts, and procurement processes, ensuring activities are delivered efficiently and within budget.
- Collaborate across internal teams (e.g., Certification, IT/Data, Regional SCO teams) to ensure alignment and smooth delivery of programmes.
- Provide timely reporting and insights to measure progress, identify risks, and propose solutions for continuous improvement.
- Support the Supply Chain Manager in day-to-day operational tasks and contribute ideas to strengthen strategy and processes.
- A university degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant field, combined with a strong interest in sustainability and supply chains.
- At least 3 years' experience working in textile, commodity, or agricultural supply chains, ideally with exposure to certification, standards, or traceability.
- Proven ability to roll out new processes or systems across diverse stakeholders and geographies.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, able to communicate effectively with suppliers and partners from varied cultural and professional backgrounds.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, prioritise tasks, and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
- Confident in delivering engaging presentations, training sessions, and webinars to external stakeholders.
- Strong data handling and analytical skills, including experience with tools such as Excel and PowerBI.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to produce clear and concise content for different audiences.
- A proactive and solution-oriented approach, able to anticipate challenges and propose improvements.
- Demonstrated integrity and business ethics, with the ability to represent Better Cotton professionally in external forums.
- Knowledge of cotton and/or the textile sector, particularly supply chain operations.
- Professional certifications in supply chain, sustainability, or project management.
- Experience with CRM systems, ideally Salesforce, to support supplier management and engagement.
- Additional European language skills (Spanish, French, Greek) to strengthen engagement with suppliers in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
- Previous experience working in international, multicultural, or mission-driven environments.
- Hybrid working - One day per week in the office in central London
- The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year
- Flexible working, with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm local time
- Continuous learning and development
- 25 days paid annual leave, plus 8-9 Bank Holidays and a further 3 days off over Christmas
- Enhanced parental benefits
- A warm, positive working environment where everyone is valued
- The opportunity to make your mark and make a difference.
Working arrangements
The position is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based in London. Better Cotton offers flexible working, with core hours being 10 am - 4 pm. The position will require limited travel.
Apply now
Send us your CV (2 pages maximum) and a brief cover letter (1-page maximum) by or before 26.09.2025 via this link.
In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Better Cotton. We want to see your personal style - what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is here with us.
Our hiring process
Initial Screening:
Applicant screening is a crucial step in our recruitment process. This stage may involve a brief phone interview or video call to evaluate your suitability for the position. During this screening, we review resumes and cover letters, and may conduct initial background checks to narrow down the pool of applicant. Internal candidates are encouraged to inform their line manager about their application to promote transparency and help facilitate a smooth transition if selected.
Interviews:
If you successfully pass the initial screening, you will be invited for interviews. The interview process at Better Cotton may include one or more rounds of interviews with various stakeholders, such as the hiring manager, team members, and potentially senior management. As an internal candidate, you may have discussions regarding your current responsibilities and how they will transition to the new position.
Assessment and Testing:
Depending on the role, you might be required to complete assessments, technical tests, or skills evaluations to gauge your competency and suitability for the position. Internal candidates may have the option to demonstrate their existing skills through current job performance or past project outcomes.
Reference Checks:
Once you progress further in the process, reference checks are conducted to validate your work history, skills, and qualifications, and for some roles, your education and criminal history. Internal candidates may be asked for references from current or previous supervisors within Better Cotton to provide insights into their performance and capabilities.
After completing interviews, assessments, and reference checks, the hiring team evaluates your performance and fit for the role. If you are selected and your references are relevant and satisfactory, you will receive a formal job offer letter outlining the terms of employment, compensation, benefits, and any other relevant details. For internal candidates, the offer process may include a discussion about how your transition to the new role will be managed and any support needed for a smooth handover.
About Better Cotton
Better Cottonis aglobal not-for-profit organisationsupporting theproduction of moreequitableandsustainable cotton at farmlevel. We exist to catalyse the cotton farming communitywithpartners,governments and others to continuously drive positive impact by setting standards and facilitating the supply and demand of more sustainable cotton from farm tobrand.In just 15 years we have aligned more than a fifth of the world's cotton with our standard and helped farmers and farming communities thrive. Join us in building a better, more sustainable future for cotton worldwide.
About our Values
The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values which are:
- Trustworthy (including honest, transparent, credible)
- As having Integrity (including responsible, authentic)
- Positive (including problem-solving, pragmatic)
- Engaging (including adaptable, inclusive, holistic)
- Daring (including courageous, innovative, game-changing)
We have a zero-tolerance approach to any attitudes or behaviours that put children or adults at risk of harm. Safeguarding incidents are acts of serious misconduct and are grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including, dismissal and referral to relevant authorities for criminal prosecution. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.