Membership&Supply Chain Officer, LATAM & Portugal

Membership & Supply Chain Officer, LATAM & Portugal Starting Date: ASAP Contract type: Full‑time and open‑ended Salary: R$146,581 commensurate with relevant experience and skills Location: Brazil Application closing date: 27/11/2025 About The Job Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is the world’s largest cotton sustainability initiative – we support more sustainable farming practices and farm livelihoods for nearly 3 million farmers in the Better Cotton network in 23 countries around the world. BCI works across all farm sizes and geographies. It is crucial that Better Cotton producers, and the cotton they produce, can continue to access international markets in the face of changing regulatory and business expectations. Are you purpose‑led and ready to embark on a journey to shape the future of sustainable cotton? Join us at Better Cotton as Membership & Supply Chain Officer, LATAM & Portugal and support member engagement and the implementation of Better Cotton’s supply chain systems across the LATAM and Portugal region. 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 Support members and supply chain actors to achieve their Better Cotton sourcing targets by enabling access to the Better Cotton Platform, delivering insights through reporting, and supporting stakeholder engagement process, training and events. Provide high‑quality administrative support to the LATAM/Portugal Team and support reporting for the region. Membership Engagement & Support Recruit and onboard new members and suppliers. Guide applicants through documentation, cotton consumption calculations, and compliance steps. Maintain member accounts and process applications using Salesforce and assist members with annual cotton consumption reporting. Respond to stakeholder queries via Helpdesk and elevate when needed. Support external communications and raise awareness of Better Cotton initiatives. Supply Chain Operations Monitor and troubleshoot account creation and transaction processes. Clean and validate data to ensure system accuracy and compliance. Compile and analyze KPIs (e.g., uptake rates, inventory structures). Deliver supplier training programs (online and in‑person). Collaborate with internal teams to improve tools and processes. Reporting & Administration Provide high‑quality administrative support to the LATAM/Portugal team. Support regional reporting and performance monitoring. Translate and adapt tools and documents for cultural and linguistic relevance. Essential Customer service orientation – for account creation, data validation, and stakeholder management. Data analysis and reporting – advanced Excel functions. Event and training organization and delivery – for online and in‑person training programs and stakeholder events. Documentation and compliance review – for onboarding and membership processing. Helpdesk systems and procedures – for managing stakeholder queries. Sustainability and textile industry knowledge – understanding Better Cotton’s mission and practices. Multilingual communication – ideally Spanish, Portuguese, and English. Effective communication, collaboration, adaptability, problem‑solving, attention to detail, and time management. Desirable Salesforce CRM proficiency. Power BI or similar tool. Chain of Custody and Traceability. Cultural sensitivity. Initiative and ownership. What We Offer Competitive salary. Remote work and flexible working arrangements. The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year. Continuous learning and development. Life insurance, dental insurance, medical insurance, meal voucher allowance. 13th salary (bonus) – paid in 2 installments Nov/Dev. Legal protections of local labour law and all other Better Cotton Global Policies apply. 25 days paid annual leave, plus 8–9 bank holidays and a further 3 discretionary days off over Christmas/year end period. 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), offers flexible working arrangements, and will be based remotely in Brazil. The role will be hired through an employer of record acting on behalf of Better Cotton. The role requires occasional travel to meet the team and some stakeholders (up to 15%). Apply Now Send us your CV (2 pages maximum) and a brief cover letter (1 page maximum) by or before 27.11.2025 via this link. In your cover letter, please explain 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. Better Cotton does not use artificial intelligence or automated screening tools in its hiring process. Every application is reviewed by our People & Culture 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 applicants. 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. 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. Reference Checks Once you progress further in the process, reference checks are conducted to validate your work history, skills, and qualifications. Offer Stage After completing interviews, assessments, and reference checks, the hiring team evaluates your performance and fit for the role. If selected, you will receive a formal job offer letter outlining the terms of employment, compensation, benefits, and any other relevant details. About Better Cotton Better Cotton 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. About Our Values Trustworthy (honest, transparent, credible). Integrity (responsible, authentic). Positive (problem‑solving, pragmatic). Engaging (adaptable, inclusive, holistic). Daring (courageous, innovative, game‑changing). Being you @ Better Cotton Better Cotton 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. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, BR

Posted Date: 11/3/2025