Textile Exchange is hiring a
Traceability, Lead
About Us
Textile Exchange is a global non-profit driving a positive impact on climate change across the fashion and textile industry. It guides a growing community of brands, manufacturers, and farmers towards more purposeful production from the very start of the supply chain.
By 2030, its goal is to guide the industry to achieve a 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within fiber and raw material production. Its focus is holistic and interconnected, accelerating the adoption of practices that improve the state of our water, soil health, and biodiversity too.
For real change to happen, everyone needs a clear path to positive impact. That’s why Textile Exchange believes that approachable, step-by-step instruction paired with collective action can change the system to make preferred materials and fibers an accessible default, mobilizing leaders through attainable strategies, proven solutions, and a driven community.
At Textile Exchange, materials matter. To learn more, visit TextileExchange.org.
Working at Textile Exchange
We work remotely with a team located in 20+ countries. We are a diverse group committed to harnessing the strengths of the global textile industry to accelerate change toward climate and other key environmental goals. We work collaboratively on important environmental issues around the world by working and interacting with farming groups, processors, brands, retailers, and environmental experts in the textile and fashion industries around the world. We offer an opportunity to join a cutting-edge global environmental nonprofit and to help strengthen the impact of our organization. Each Textile Exchange employee is offered a competitive compensation package with paid time off, yearly bonus, opportunities for continuing education, and more.
Job Summary
Textile Exchange is hiring a Traceability Lead to lead the development of digital identification and traceability strategy and solutions in circular supply chains for the textile and apparel sector. The candidate will report to the Data & Technology, Senior Director and be responsible for the end-to-end execution of digital identification and traceability solutions, including strategy, planning and execution.
The candidate will work with internal and external stakeholders to drive adoption and scale traceability across our programs to meet industry and regulatory requirements towards circular economy. He/she must have experience and be knowledgeable in the textile and apparel supply chain, industry and regulatory requirements, and the existing technology solutions offered in this space.
To succeed in this role the candidate must possess strong analytical, communication and change management skills to break down complex industry problems to implementable solutions and drive these changes.
Like all roles at Textile Exchange, the role will be home-based with some travel required. Candidates must be available to work across Asian, European and US time zones.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leads the development of digital identification and traceability strategy and solutions in circular supply chains.
Works with Data & Technology Director to ensure that digital identification and traceability is aligned with the organization’s digital and Climate+ strategy.
Supports the leadership team in activities related to global strategy, tactical actions and financial management in relation to digital identification and traceability.
Provides expert input to the Technology Team on the end-to-end technical execution of digital identification and traceability, including strategy, planning and execution.
Leads cross-functional implementations of digital identification and traceability solutions.
Drives adoption, usage and alignment of digital identification and traceability across functions and programs.
Gathers business inputs and requirements from cross-functional and external stakeholders (e.g., regulators, technology providers, supply chain stakeholders etc.) and works together with product owners to develop solutions and roadmaps.
Leads and manages process design, feature and data requirements gathering (including KPIs) and user acceptance tests for digital identification and traceability standards and solutions.
Ensures integration of all supply chain stakeholders by working collaboratively with designated business functions, subject matter experts and stakeholders.
Keep abreast of industry and regulatory developments, requirements and trends digital identification and traceability strategy and solutions in circular supply chains in general, and specifically for the textile and apparel sector.
Represents and promotes the development, utilization and expansion of digital identification and traceability to both internal and external stakeholders to meet industry and regulatory requirements.
Manages and synthesizes internal and external feedback metrics to improve solutions and prioritize back log developments.
Develops, implements, and manage internal and external learning and training.
Job Requirement
At least 6 years’ experience in supply chain management, traceability, or chain of custody scheme management.
3 years’ experience in managing cross-functional teams and/or programs.
Proven experience in managing industry side programs related to digital identification, traceability and/or supply chain management.
Strong understanding of supply chain processes and technology solutions, preferably in the textile/apparel sector. Understanding of the sustainability certification is a plus.
Possess ability to develop relationships and inspire confidence and trust from internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to understand and change manage cultural and regional requirements in the context of a global program.
Big picture orientation with the ability to deliver at tactical programs and solutions.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a reputable university in relevant discipline.
Excellent analytical skills – able to break down complex problems to implementable solutions with attention to detail.
Excellent communication (written, oral and presentation) skills, including communicating technical issues and complex solutions to non-technical audiences.
Able to work independently and have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a cross functional and diverse team.
Employment Package
Reports to: Data & Technology, Senior Director
Full Time Position, 40 hours a week
Location: Virtual / remote
Salary Range: US $100,000 – 110,000 per year, depending on experience
Textile Exchange is currently unable to provide sponsorship for work permits. Candidates need to have existing right to work in nominated working location.
How to Apply
Please submit
Resume
Cover Letter
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis as they are submitted. Early application submission is strongly encouraged.
Textile Exchange is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.