Buyer 1 (800474)
Support the procurement process according to ICRC rules and regulations.
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Overview
Support the procurement process according to ICRC rules and regulations.
You have:
- High school diploma is required.
- Certifications in purchasing, procurement or supply-chain management are required.
- Confirmed technical skills in procurement are required.
- Good command of English and/or French is required.
- 3 years' experience in a similar position is required.
- Good knowledge of the local market(s) is required.
- Good knowledge of and experience with financial rules, procurement procedures, and supplier management is required.
Contract
This is a ICRC - Open-ended contract. More about ICRC - Open-ended contracts.
Logistics Centre/Country Procurement Manager 1
- Logistics Support Centre/Country Procurement Manager, Logistics Country Manager
What we do
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.
Purpose
Buyer 1 supports the procurement process in a specific country in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations.
Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities
- Conducts research into the availability of goods and services.
- Independently carries out ordinary procurement for specific sector(s) up to a certain amount.
- Drafts requests for tenders/quotes, selection tables and contracts and submits them to their hierarchical superior.
- Follows up on purchases and deliveries and checks that they are conform with specifications and contract details.
- Receives goods and checks that they correspond to quantities and quality ordered.
- Manages, follows up on, files and scans invoices and related documents.
- Participates in updating statistics and reporting.
- Ensures that risks are mitigated by performing the controls assigned to his/her role as described in the Logistics Risk and Control Matrix
People management responsibilities
No
Scope & Impact
- Geographical remit: mainly local, occasionally regional.
Relationships
- Internally, interacts with delegation staff.
- Externally, interacts with a network of professional contacts within suppliers and NGOs.
Certifications / Education required
- High school diploma.
- Certifications in purchasing, procurement or supply-chain management.
- Confirmed technical skills in procurement.
- Computer proficiency.
- Good command of English and/or French.
Professional Experience required
- Good knowledge of the local market(s).
- 3 years' experience in a similar position.
- Good knowledge of and experience with financial rules, procurement procedures and supplier management.
Our Values
- At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.
Competencies
Digitalization and Data Management
Tender Process
Market and Supply Chain Analysis
Contract and/or consultancy management
Quality control
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to manage a procurement process under tight deadlines. | This question assesses your ability to handle pressure and deliver results in a limited timeframe. | Discuss the steps you took to prioritize tasks and how you ensured timely delivery. |
| How do you ensure quality control when receiving goods and services? | This question evaluates your attention to detail and process management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a successful negotiation with a supplier? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider when drafting a request for tender? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on market trends relevant to procurement? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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