International Supply Chain Senior Officer
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Principal Accountabilities
- Receive, review and process international procurement requests produced in countries. Obtain quotations from suppliers under Global FWA contracts, provide bid analysis and ensure best value for money is delivered.
- Be the interface for countries and suppliers regarding procurement and distribution processes.
- Carry out procurement requests by managing sourcing activities on ProSave (procurement system as when needed).
- Arrange and follow up the transport of procured items up to requesting countries, supporting and arranging the right documentation for the customs clearance process.
- Ensure accurate and precise archiving of procurement and distribution documents.
- To regularly update the international procurement and distribution tracker and make it available for centre and country offices.
- Liaise with appropriate staff in the Country Offices and 3PL representatives for the shipment delivery by Land/Air/Sea and types of shipping documents and general programme needs.
- Interpret and clarify commercial, and other donor rules, standards, and regulations related to international transport and shipping
- Coordinate with suppliers, COs' Supply Chain staff to ensure receipt of supplies are arranged in advance, so the necessary preparation is carried out for quantity and quality verifications.
- Work with minimum supervision under challenging conditions in varying locations to support country procurements.
- Ensure compliance to GDP and other regulations (including our MHRA licence).
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Understanding of SCI supply chain processes (procurement, distribution)
- Understansing of technical supply chain concepts (import/export controls, incoterms, 3PLs, modalities of transports) particularly for Africa and Middle East
- Understanding of Good Distribution Practice and the ability to apply the principles in work.
- Practical experience with SCI Supply Chain systems and offline procurement tools (ProSave, TIM).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong excel skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Understanding of market trends in key commodities.
- Strong relationships with 3PL companies or understanding of the 3PL market.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree related to business analytics or a formal qualification in a related field like logistics, business administration.
Desirable
- Power BI certification and/or certification in business analytics is desirable