Supply Chain & Admin Assistant
Provide operational support for procurement and office administration.
Overview
Provide operational support for procurement and office administration.
You have:
- Conduct market assessments and identify potential suppliers.
- Maintain and update supplier databases.
- Evaluate supplier performance and capabilities.
- Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and tender documents.
- Process purchase orders and contracts for goods, services, and works.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate travel, accommodation, and visitor arrangements.
- Prepare procurement reports and spend analyses.
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
The Supply Chain & Admin Assistant provides operational support for procurement, supplier management, contract administration, compliance, and office administration activities for operations in Jordan and Syria. The role ensures efficient procurement processes, effective supplier relationships, compliance with organizational policies, and smooth administration of the Amman office.
Key Responsibilities1. Supplier & Market Management (20%)
- Conduct market assessments and identify potential suppliers.
- Maintain and update supplier databases.
- Evaluate supplier performance and capabilities.
- Support supplier negotiations and procurement planning.
2. Tendering & Competitive Procurement (20%)
- Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and tender documents.
- Support bid evaluations and supplier selection.
- Conduct basic financial analysis of bids.
- Maintain complete procurement and tender records.
3. Strategic Sourcing & Long-Term Agreements (20%)
- Identify strategic sourcing opportunities and market trends.
- Support establishment and management of Framework Agreements and LTAs.
- Assist in supplier negotiations and contract finalization.
- Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance.
4. Purchase Orders & Contract Administration (5%)
- Process purchase orders and contracts for goods, services, and works.
- Ensure procurement documentation is complete and compliant.
- Track contract implementation and supplier performance.
5. Supplier Relationship Management (10%)
- Monitor supplier service quality and delivery performance.
- Resolve supplier-related issues in coordination with stakeholders.
- Support supplier evaluation and selection processes.
6. Compliance, Reporting & Audit Support (15%)
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare procurement reports and spend analyses.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Assist with contract renewals, amendments, and closures.
7. Administrative Support – Amman Office (10–15%)
- Coordinate travel, accommodation, and visitor arrangements.
- Manage telecom services, utilities, and office service payments.
- Administer petty cash and support finance documentation.
- Oversee guesthouse services, cleaners, and receptionist-related processes.
- Coordinate office hospitality and logistical support.
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only
Potential interview questions
| How do you manage supplier relationships and ensure their performance meets requirements? | This question assesses your ability to handle and maintain positive relationships with suppliers. | Discuss your experience in monitoring, evaluating, and communicating with suppliers effectively. |
| Can you describe a time you had to prepare and process tender documents? | Interviewers are seeking to understand your familiarity with the procurement process. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging supplier negotiation you were involved in. What was your approach? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize your administrative tasks in a busy office environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have in analyzing bids during the procurement process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain your experience with tracking and managing procurement documentation. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a situation where a supplier fails to meet their obligations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |