Logistics Officer (Procurement) Ukraine
Provide day-to-day implementation of logistic function’s procurement responsibility.
Overview
Provide day-to-day implementation of logistic function’s procurement responsibility.
You have:
- Experience from working as a procurement officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
- Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
- Documented results related to the position's responsibilities
- Knowledge in English, both written and verbal
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- Proficiency in office 365 and on-line related platforms
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with solid knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Good knowledge of document management
- Working knowledge of both Ukrainian and Russian languages, written and verbal
- Ability to handle insecure environment
- Capacity to handle multi-tasking
- A solid portion of can-do attitude
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Ability to work irregular hours
The purpose of a Procurement officer is to provide the day-to-day implementation of the logistic function’s (Procurement) responsibility.
Qualifications
Professional competencies
Generic professional competencies****:
Experience from working as a procurement officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
Knowledge in English, both written and verbal
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Context related skills, knowledge and experience****:
Proficiency in office 365 and on-line related platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with solid knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Good knowledge of document management
Working knowledge of both Ukrainian and Russian languages, written and verbal
- Behavioural competencies:
These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job and the following are essential for this position:
Ability to handle insecure environment
Capacity to handle multi-tasking
A solid portion of can-do attitude
Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Ability to work irregular hours
Responsibilities
Generic responsibilities
Adhere to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines, and donor requirements.
Assist with the implementation of the logistic function’s (Procurement) portfolio according to the Plan of Action.
Prepare and develop status reports as required by Procurement Coordinator and Procurement manager if and when required.
Ensure proper procurement filing of all support documents.
Promote and share ideas for improvement of the Procurement unite of NRC.
Be anti-corruption, transparent, and cost-efficiency focused on all procurement processes.
Conduct procurement process align with on NRC Logistics Handbook and Ukrainian Procurement Standards Operating Procedures and NRC regulations.
Prepare procurement documents in line with NRC procurement procedures.
Perform other duties, as assigned by the Line Manager.
Specific responsibilities
- Ensure that all procurements are done per NRC logistics policies/Ukrainian Procurement policies, procedures, and donor regulations.
- Prepare requests for quotations and source bids & quotations per NRC procurement regulations and thresholds.
- Prepare the payment requests, while ensuring accuracy and complete supporting documents are attached.
- Consult and support Program and Support staff for generating of PRs, conduct market surveys and provide estimated prices to Programs/Support. Participate in Procurement/or project start up planning and obtain detailed project procurement plans for use during purchases. Take part in assessment of suppliers and assist Logistics Coordinator (Procurement) with updating of the Vendor Database
- Maintain proper files for procurement documents (and upload all documents in Agresso).
- Check and receive purchase requisitions and initiate the procurement process according to NRC procurement regulations and thresholds.
- Ensure RFQs, are prepared and sent out within the agreed lead time and follow up the procurement process till completion.
- Complete and issue purchase orders per NRC regulations.
- Check procurement documents (Bid analysis, Purchase Orders, Payment documents, etc...) and submit them to signatories for verifications and approvals.
- Follow up with suppliers and organize for delivery of materials.
- Support the Procurement Coordinator in conducting regular market surveys to identify suitable and reliable suppliers and service providers.
- Update and share the procurement tracker regularly.
- Conduct cotter vetting and Lexis Nexis according to NRC standards requirement.
- Record all new signed FWA/Contract to NRC electronic Contract Management system.
- Assist with translating the partner procurement file as needed
- Ensure updating Vendors' databases and explore and help in developing the Country Office level FWA.
- Responsible for direct purchase and reconcile every action with the Finance team.
- Ensure Proper archiving of Procurement files as per NRC standards requirements.
- Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to handle a procurement process in a complex environment. What challenges did you face? | This question assesses your experience and adaptability in difficult situations. | Provide specific examples while emphasizing your problem-solving skills. |
| Can you give an example of how you've ensured compliance with procurement regulations in your previous roles? | The interviewer wants to gauge your understanding of regulatory compliance. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize multiple procurement requests that come at the same time? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure proper documentation in procurement? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience using Microsoft Office tools in procurement tasks. Which tools do you find most useful? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle procurement-related challenges in a multicultural team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for supplier selection and assessment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you have contributed to improving procurement processes in your previous work. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |