Regional Supply Chain Management Advisor, ASIA

Job Title: Regional Supply Chain Management Advisor, ASIA

Reports to: Deputy Regional Director/Operations, ASIA (dotted line to the Global Supply Chain Management Department)

Department: ASIA Regional Office

Salary Grade: 10

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

Job Summary:

The Regional Supply Chain Management (SCM) Advisor, ASIA is responsible for both Oracle Cloud Enterprise Resource Pl anning (ERP) System Implementation and Supply Chain Management.

Oracle Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) (90%):

CRS is implementing an Oracle Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning system, called “Insight” within the agency. The web-based, real-time system will help to give more visibility and controls of daily operations. The Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Unit is working closely with the Project Insight team, which leads the overall project and IT management of the roll-out, to implement Insight where it’s needed and to support and train CRS supply chain staff who will use the software.

We are looking for a SCM Advisor to help us manage the Supply Chain aspects of our ERP system implementation. The SCM Advisor will be instrumental in the preparation, implementation, and support of Insight. The SCM Advisor will be fully responsible for the implementation of Insight SCM modules in ASIA, which includes 1) collecting data for Insight configuration and liaising with HQ to ensure proper configuration, including participating in system testing; 2) strengthening supply chain organizational structures and processes for certain complex countries as preparation for go-live (a part of the Supply Chain Transformation for Excellence Project [STEP Up]); 3) training relevant supply chain, operations, and programming staff on the supply chain modules in Insight to ensure that they are ready for go-live; and 4) provide hypercare support to countries that are live in Insight, provide on-going support for technical aspect of Insight and implement “train the trainer” exercises to expand the pool of support experts in the agency.

Supply Chain Management (10%):

You will provide technical advice, guidance, and support for all Supply Chain Management (SCM) activities and initiatives in compliance with C RS principles and standards, donor regulations, industry standards, and local requirements to regional and Country Program (CP) teams to advance the delivery of high-quality programming to the poor and vulnerable.

Travel Required: (50%)

Work Conditions/Environment Conditions: Telecommuting position

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Heads of Operations/Operations Manager, Supply Chain Managers, Global Supply Chain Management, Regional Director, Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality, Regional Finance Officer, Country Representatives, Heads of Program, Finance Managers, Regional Technical Advisors, HQ departments, such as.: Insight, Global Supply Chain, Finance, GKIM, Risk & Compliance, and Internal Audit.

External: Donor representatives, partners, external/internal auditors, professional networks, vendors, consultants.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, International Development, or related discipline required. Master’s degree preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years work experience, ideally with an international organization, with progressive responsibility in supply chain/logistics/procurement management within the context of international and local supply chain. Experience in relief commodity management is a plus.
• Experience with Finance and Supply Chain applications required. Experience with Finance and Supply Chain business processes within Non- Governmental Organizations preferred. Experience with Oracle applications preferred
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and travel across various time zones (i.e. Asia, US)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
• Working knowledge of SharePoint or other means of enterprise-level electronic information sharing systems
• Experience in mentoring, coaching, facilitation and training applying adult learning principles and practices.

What we offer

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable adults – to live free from abuse and harm.

EOE/M/F/D/V – CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (For all US and International positions)

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.