Logistics Assistant ( Afghan Nationals Only )
Job Description
Key responsibilities:
Materials Receiving and Dispatch
- Receive and document materials from suppliers and other sources - Inspect materials during receiving and update required documentation - Liaise with the SC/Logistics manager to advise Programs of potential inventory shortages and to provide update on stock levels - Inspect materials dispatched from the main warehouse to field sites warehouse and update appropriate dispatch documents - Implement Supply Chain Standard Operating Procedures on assets and inventory management - Handle all Contribution In Kind (CIK) and Closed-Grant Inventory - Organize the replenishment of stock items as need arises based on an approved purchase requisitions and inventory management policy
2. Warehouse Documentation
- Update stock cards, bin cards, and inventory system regularly - Implement standard warehouse documentation processes such as delivery Report, Waybills, Store Release, Bin Cards, and Stock Cards - Maintain the Warehouse records (i.e. Warehouse Register) for all outgoing and incoming receipts and activities - Ensure Warehouse Authorization Schedule is up to date and is displayed in a visible place in the warehouse
3. Warehouse Controls
- Participate in, and provide accurate reports for, year-end counts exercise - Fully participate in periodic 20% inventory cycle-counts for all stock - Conduct periodic internal inventory checks and document all findings, discrepancies, and reconciliations - Implement (FIFO, FEFO, LIFO) procedures for goods in the warehouse - Ensure efficient and effective arrangement of storage facilities with appropriate layout, and with signs displayed visibly - Assign tasks to and supervise casual laborers
4. Warehouse Safety and Security
- Ensure physical security of the Warehouse by restricting visitors and unauthorized persons - Implement and ensure effective and understandable safety procedures - Ensure the maintenance of warehouse building(s), fittings, and equipment - Maintain and document an effective warehouse pest control program - Maintain and periodically service fire extinguishers
5. Asset and Property
- Ensure that all assets are controlled and managed properly in accordance to donor-specific polices - Implement standard IRC assets management policies and procedures - Update appropriate Asset records, including the Asset register and produce monthly Asset reports - Work closely with the supervisor to dispose of assets by mechanisms such as auction, transfer, and donation, in compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies - Conduct asset inventory (physical count) during each reporting period
6. Reporting
- Prepare updated asset list for end-of-grant report and develop running cost-analysis of assets - Prepare and submit accurate inventory and asset reports to supervisor on time pursuant to donor requirements for assets - Develop and update warehouse material distribution plans as required
Key Working Relationships:
Position directly supervises: Any Casual, loader, intern at Logistics Unit of Supply Chain
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal: Regular relationships with Program staff, Operations and country Supply Chain staff at all levels
External: Vendors
Qualifications
Education: College degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or related field
Work Experience: 1-2 years of work experience in supply chain operations (Warehouse/Asset).
Prior experience of working in Logistics, Inventory, or Warehouse Officer position in a multi-cultural environment
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
- Fluent English and local languages written and spoken is required - Competent with Microsoft Office365 software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ERPs, including Microsoft Dynamics365 - General knowledge of supply chain procedures and tools - Good mathematical skills - Strong sense of personal integrity - Attention to detail and ability to multi-task - Team spirit and problem-solving ability - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Remains productive when under pressure - Demonstrates a systematic and efficient approach to work - Relates and works well with people of different cultures, genders, and backgrounds