Supply Chain Manager

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c14, 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length:18 months

The role (Based in Goma)
The Supply Chain Manager will be accountable for the development and delivery of supply chain strategy for Save the Children International Democratic Republic of Congo program (SCIDRC), and for increasing the impact of SCI’s programmes through effective and optimised supply chain models, which can deliver on needs in varying contexts across multiple field offices.

The Supply Chain Manager will lead on the development and implementation of country supply chain plans, ensuring that field offices have access to appropriate logistics tools that are fit to manage the demands of their supply chains.

This position will also involve deputising the Country Logistics Manager or Director of Logistics.

Qualifications and experience
Essential
* Masters in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or similar level qualification or experience
* Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) or equivalent
* Extensive experience in successful development and implementation of a logistics and supply chain strategy and infrastructure for a global operation.
* 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, includingrefining processes, developing user-friendly manuals and training programs, andassessing, selecting, and deploying suitable procurement software whereapplicable 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 in the context of overseas procurement in DRC.
* Knowledge of key institutional donors and their compliance requirements in respect of logistics and procurement.
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
* Solid project management skills related to organisational development projects.
* Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in.
* Solid programmatic, organizational, planning, technical and IT skills (including databases), with a proven ability to work under pressure and solve problems in a fast paced environment;
* Dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieveresults in a demanding and fast paced environment.
* At least four (4) years International experience in working in post conflict environment in similar role
* Fluent French essential
* Commitment to Save the Children Child Safeguarding policy
* Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children aims, values and principles.

Desirable
* Previous experience in DRC
* 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.
* Knowledge of donor financial policies and guidelines

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
asobossi.83405.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com