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Job Details
Distribution Date : 3 June 2023
Job Area : Lahore
Association
:Better Cotton
Classified
: Government
Work Type
: Full Time
Last Date
: 22 June 2023
Starting
date : 1 August 2023
Vacant Positions
·
Supply Chain Senior Officer
Background
·
The largest cotton sustainability programme in the
world is called Better Cotton.
·
Our goal is to support cotton communities in their
efforts to flourish and preserve the environment.
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We are taking on the challenge in these trying times.
Over 2.5 million farmers in 23 countries, ranging in size from the smallest to
the largest, have received training in more sustainable agricultural methods
through our network of field-level partners.
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Today, the Better Cotton Standard is used to grow 25%
of the cotton produced worldwide. We have enlisted the support of all parties
involved in the business, including ginners, spinners, brand owners, civil
society organizations, and governments. Now everyone can take part in something
greater if they care about cotton and its sustainable future.
·
Better Cotton
Initiative in Pakistan is working under a collaborative agreement with Better
Cotton,
Global.
Regarding
this role
·
A dynamic and driven person is needed to join the
supply chain team at the Better Cotton Pakistan office. In order to manage the
Better Cotton Chain of Custody requirements, our Better Cotton Platform is used
by supply chain actors who are both members and non-members. The Senior
Officer, Supply Chain will support the supply chain team with ginner
onboarding, training, and service delivery.
·
The Better Cotton Membership and Supply Chain Team
will include the Senior Officer, Supply Chain.
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The position calls for a strong commitment to
providing excellent customer service to Better Cotton's stakeholders as well as
responsibility, dependability, and accuracy in completing administrative
responsibilities.
Chain of
Supply Compliance
1. Assist in
hiring and educating outside auditors to conduct supplier and gin audits in
Pakistan and other countries in Far East Asia (FEA).
2. Help the
Pakistan Supply Chain Team monitor and audit ginners and ensure that
non-conformities are promptly closed based on remedial action taken by ginners.
3. Plan and
oversee the schedule of independent audits under the supervision of the
Pakistan Supply Chain Team. Ensure prompt notification of enterprises prior to
audits and post-audit follow-up.
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Officer, Pakistani Supply Chain, May 202
4. Follow up
on non-conformities and remedial action plans resulting from third-party or
remote audits; escalate significant compliance problems to the supply chain
manager.
5. Monitor
the performance of outside auditors while working under the direction of the
supply chain manager.
Support
for Members and Visitors
1. Quickly
respond to questions about the Better Cotton Platform (BCP) (system tool) from
Members and Non-Members based in Pakistan, Central Asia (CA), and Far East Asia
(FEA). This will help to establish Better Cotton as a credible and professional
organization.
2.
Participate in the development of procurement strategies to boost uptake ratios
at the level of gins, spinning mills, and retailers.
Support
for the Membership & Supply Chain Teams
1. Assist
the Pakistan Supply Chain Team with administrative and logistical support for
the planning of Member and Non-Member training activities.
2. Assume
responsible for keeping all records in the BCP that pertain to Pakistan, the CA,
and FEA users and members current and accurate in order to ensure that Better
Cotton can interact and communicate with all members and BCP providers in an
efficient manner.
3. Enhance
teamwork by incorporating feedback from stakeholder engagement into workable
tasks that will improve the team's overall service delivery.
4. Assist in
improving tools and processes while collaborating closely with the larger
Membership and Supply Chain Team for increased consistency, credibility, and
quality.
Profile
The
successful applicant will possess the following qualifications:
Experience
Essential
·
Demonstrated expertise in areas including cotton,
trading, textiles, and apparel, as well as assurance in one's capacity to
learn, develop, and perform in a setting that moves rapidly quickly
·
working with big groups of internal or external
stakeholders to deliver service support
Desirable
·
Working with organizations with a variety of cultures
and locations
·
Work experience in both for-profit and nonprofit
businesses
Knowledge
and Skills
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Officer, Pakistan Supply Chain, May 202
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Textile University degree or comparable higher
education credential plus 3–4 years of relevant experience
·
demonstrated interest in textiles and apparel, supply
chain concerns, and sustainability
·
Paying close attention to the little things, being
able to solve difficulties on your own, persevering in precisely doing tedious
jobs, and working hard to finish operations effectively
Excellent
organizational abilities and the ability to manage a variety of priorities
·
Ability to speak clearly and concisely is a sign of
good communications and presentation abilities.
·
excellent computer skills, especially with Excel, and
database experience
ability
to do administrative duties
Desirable
·
working knowledge of Monday.com, Power BI, or
Salesforce
working
conditions
·
The role will be based in the Lahore office and is
full-time (40 hours per week). With core hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a
minimum requirement of twice weekly office attendance, Better Cotton offers
flexible working hours.
·
The job may demand travel within and outside of the
country/region, but not for longer than two weeks on long trips and not for
longer than fifteen days on short excursions. 2-3 day journeys.
Applications
The form below should be used to send a thorough CV and a succinct cover
letter, both in English, to Better Cotton if you meet the requirements.
Application
Application cutoff date: June 22, 2023
· We appreciate the enthusiasm of all applicants, but only those who have been selected for a telephone interview will be contacted. Better Cotton is committed to good practise and openness in the management of natural, human, and financial resources and is an equal opportunity employer.
·
Any attitudes or practises that put children or adults
at danger of harm are not tolerated by Better Cotton. Accidents involving
children are serious infractions that can result in disciplinary action, up to
and including dismissal, and referral to the appropriate authorities for
criminal prosecution.