Traceability Manager - Large Farms

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Starting Date: ASAP

Contract type: Full-time and open-ended

Salary: £62,7070 if hired in London and 70,000 Euros if hired in the Netherlands

Location: London and exceptional candidates based in the Netherlands or Sweden will also be considered

Application closing date: 16/03/2026

About the Job

Better Cotton is the world's largest cotton sustainability programme. We exist to make global cotton production better for the people who produce it, the environment it grows in, and the sector's future. We work with farmers, ginners, traders, brands, and retailers to deliver traceable, sustainable cotton at scale. The credible uptake of Better Cotton is key to meeting our ambitious 2030 strategy, and is essential for contributing to farmer capacity building through member funding derived from retailer and brand sourcing of Better Cotton.

The Traceability Manager ensures Better Cotton's traceability system evolves in line with organisational strategy and sector expectations. By designing and leading projects and pilots, the role operationalises team goals, strengthens data integrity and usability, and supports innovations that future-proof the system. Through internal alignment and external consultation, the role contributes directly to Better Cotton's ability to deliver a robust, transparent, and value-adding traceability platform for farmers, members, and the wider cotton sector. This may include advancing the platform to support farm level traceability or improving interoperability with other industry systems to drive standardisation.

The Challenge

Looking ahead to 2030, we are targeting reducing GHG emissions from cotton production by half, big cuts in synthetic pesticide use, improve soil health across our network, improve farm income and support women's empowerment among farmers and farm workers.

Responsibilities

The Traceability Manager will be responsible for :

• Deliver the product roadmap to implement farm level traceability in large farm contexts

• Lead the rollout and continuous improvement of traceability with benchmark partners, including project managing system integrations with partner platforms

• Design and lead on improvements and new developments for the traceability solution including conducting consultations, documenting requirements, and defining solutions

• Plan, budget and prioritise implementation of roadmap or new requirements working with the BCI IT team and external technology partners to deliver new features or system changes.

• Manage the assessment, selection, procurement, testing and implementation of emerging traceability technologies to support the organisation's strategic goals

• Coordinate with training and communications to launch new features or system changes and ensure successful user adoption

• Represent BCI and traceability in external engagement with varied stakeholders including farmers, partners, supply chain actors, retailers and other sustainability schemes

• Advise on traceability requirements, launch and set up for New Country Start Ups

• Manage and mentor a direct report

Experience

the following skills, knowledge, and experience:

• University degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field, with a strong interest in sustainability.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more fields, textile and agricultural supply chains, traceability, and related digital solutions.

• Experience working in international, multicultural, or mission-driven environments is an asset.

• Experience in developing and implementing digital traceability systems enabling the candidate to contribute to the design and rollout of effective, scalable traceability solutions across global supply chains.

• Familiarity with chain of custody standards and assurance practices, equipping the candidate to manage compliance, identify risks, and support robust verification processes within Better Cotton's traceability framework.

• Knowledge of supply chain documentation and digital data standards, allowing the candidate to interpret, manage, and optimise traceability data flows and support system interoperability across diverse stakeholders.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies or tools (e.g. MS Planner, MS Project, or equivalents), certifications are desirable but not required.

• Proven ability to manage projects and workstreams with limited supervision, delivering high-quality outputs on time.

• Fluency in English is required.

Desirable

• Experience working in international, multicultural, or mission-driven environments is an asset

• Fluency in other languages including French, Portuguese, Spanish, Hindi, Urdu and/or Mandarin will be highly regarded

What we offer

- Competitive salary

- Hybrid working - One day a week in the central London office

- 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

- Pension scheme

- A generous annual leave package, including paid holiday, public holidays, additional paid days off during the festive season, study and exam days, and extra discretionary leave for life events such as family weddings or moving home

- Enhanced parental benefits

- 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 Initiative offers flexible working, with core hours being 10 am - 4 pm. The position will require limited international countries.

Apply now

Send us your CV (2 pages maximum) and a brief cover letter (1-page maximum) by or before 16.03.2026 via the application link.

In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Better Cotton Initiative. We want to see your personal style - what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is here with us.

Better Cotton Initiative does not use artificial intelligence or automated screening tools in its hiring process. Every application is reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and relevant hiring managers to ensure a fair and human-led assessment experience.

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 Initiative 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 Initiative to provide insights into their performance and capabilities.

Offer stage:

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 Initiative

Better Cotton Initiative is a global not-for-profit organisation supporting the production of more equitable and sustainable cotton at farm level. We exist to catalyse the cotton farming community with partners, governments and others to continuously drive positive impact by setting standards and facilitating the supply and demand of more sustainable cotton from farm to brand. 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)

Being you @ Better Cotton Initiative

Better Cotton Initiative is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to good practice and transparency in the management of natural, human, and financial resources.

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.