Regional Procurement Officer, MEEE

  • Contractor
  • Jordan
  • TBD USD / Year
  • Save the Children profile




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Save the Children

The Opportunity

The Procurement officer is working within the regional procurement unit in the regional office. This position is responsible for processing international procurement and distribution/transportation for Countries in the Middle East and Eastern Europe (MEEE) Region mainly for Ukraine. The incumbent is also accountable to Support Regional Procurement Manager to review and validate country offices’ high-value Procurement Tender/ Wavier/ processes in line with SCI Global Procurement Manual. And to Review, analyse and suggest new ways of improving Country Office procurement management and practises to increase the impact of SCI’s programmes through effective and optimised sourcing and contracting models, which can deliver on needs in varying contexts across multiple field offices.

In order to be successful you will bring/have:

Essential

* Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management or similar level qualification or experience

* International experience in supply chain management in an emergency environment including procurement, transport and distribution, warehouse, and stock management

* Minimum 3-4 years in managing procurement processes (RFQs, Tenders both national and international)

* Computer literate (including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel) and competency in the development of spreadsheets and databases- added advantage if has the experience on the procurement system.

* Demonstrable experience in international sourcing and contract management, including an ability to review demands and trends, and to develop strategies to fill identified gaps.

* Experience streamlining and automating procurement processes, including refining processes, developing user-friendly manuals and training programs, and assessing, selecting, and deploying suitable procurement tools where applicable and necessary.

* Field level experience in managing complex supply chains for INGOs in international development and emergency programmes.

* Deep understanding and interpretation of Incoterms as well as their application

* Experience working with large institutional donors and knowledge of their rules and regulations in regards to logistics and procurement.

* Ability to synthesize and analyze information, and make clear, informed decisions

* Ability to build relationships quickly with a wide range of people, both internally and externally

* Strong planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities

* Experience in development and implementation of efficient logistics systems, procedures and guidelines.

* Excellent written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills

* Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity

* Fluency in written and spoken English (required), Arab is a distinct advantage

* Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the Middle East & Eurasia Region

* Commitment to Save the Children values

Desirable

* Experience in developing and carrying out staff training programs

* Experience in remote management

* Experience in technical programme support in areas of construction, distribution, medical supply chain, water and sanitation

* Membership of professional body in logistics

* Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours in the event of major emergencies including travelling at short notice and for extended periods of time.

* Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) or equivalent

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

How to apply

Please follow this link to apply: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=bWtoYS45MzU2Ni4xMjE4NUBzYXZldGhlY2hpbGRyZW5hby5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20


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