Plan International is an independent children’s rights and humanitarian organisation committed to ensuring that children live lives free from poverty, violence and injustice. We help children gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, now and in the future. We focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Established in Burkina Faso since 1976, Plan International works to advance children’s rights and equality for girls, particularly those who are excluded or vulnerable, through the implementation of development and humanitarian programs and projects, in collaboration with other partners and the communities in which these children live.
POSITION: Supply Chain Manager
Within Plan International Burkina Faso, the incumbent of this position will ensure that appropriate strategic direction is set and maintained for the country’s supply chain, in line with Plan International standards and processes. The incumbent will lead supply planning and engage proactively in frontline supply chain support to meet programme and project needs and requirements; ensure compliance with donor, grant and Plan procedures and systems, whilst upholding high ethical standards.
Responsible for the effective and efficient organization and coordination of the Supply Chain team, this is an opportunity to increase performance and expertise within the national office and program units, strengthening internal control, processes, capabilities and performance. With a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, you will be able to identify opportunities as well as challenges, and act as a change leader.
Poste Local
Closing Date : 22/07/2024
Number of positions to be filled : 01
RESPONSABILITES
Maintain a high level of management of all supply chain activities.
- Country Programme needs are planned, consolidated and appropriately procured, with efficient processes to achieve savings, ensure compliance and minimise risks;
- The country’s motor fleet (including owned and leased vehicles and motorcycles) is suitable for carrying out Plan International projects and well managed;
- Storage and flow of goods in the country’s supply chain enables project execution, while maintaining consistent and appropriate controls;
- The country has a planned and appropriate pool of assets (low and high value) and can control, manage and account for them effectively;
- Offices and other premises (including warehouses and premises) are managed as a national portfolio, with requirements and costs reviewed and forecast regularly;
- Responsible for the overall performance of the supply chain, providing strategic direction for the function and ensuring it is well aligned with the strategic objectives of the organization;
- Ensure the development of overall operational planning for purchasing in liaison with the respective departments, and lead the implementation of the plan in order to achieve the objectives of the organization;
- Monitor overall process performance, manage continuous improvements in the department, ensure receipt of regular reports including quarterly expense analysis;
FORMATION & EXPERIENCES
- University degree (Bac + 4 at least) in the field of business management and administration (MBA) or in a related field, with at least 5 years of practical experience in a similar position, including 3 years in the humanitarian/NGO sector;
- Experience in a similar environment with significant scale in the field of purchasing and supply chain management;
- Supply chain experience in emergency programs, both through self-implementation and through partners;
- Prior experience in managing and developing teams and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others;
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a particular ability to think outside the box;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to report and demonstrate improved performance and efficiency through timely and concise reporting;
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong computer skills, particularly Excel and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
- Knowledge and experience in project management
- Strong technical supply chain skills, with significant experience managing supply chains across multiple locations.
- Knowledge of humanitarian sector trends and constraints would be an advantage.
- Experience with international supply chains and customs regulations would be an advantage;
- Ability in the field of training and capacity building would be an advantage;
- A professional qualification and membership in a recognized institution in the field of purchasing and supplies;
- Experience working in an ERP based environment and systems;
- Experience working in large-scale/rapidly evolving emergency response would be an advantage.
How to apply
Composition of the file :
- The required diploma;
- A cover letter addressed to the Acting Resident Representative;
- An up-to-date, detailed CV in French including the contact details and email addresses of three (03) reference persons.
Every Plan International Burkina Faso worker must ensure that Plan International’s global policies for safeguarding children and young people and those on
gender equality and inclusion are fully integrated in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy, including the implementation standards and guidelines applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring that staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and the Plan International Code of Conduct, their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with appropriate procedures.
Plan International is an equal opportunity employer committed to child protection and gender equity and its recruitment procedures reflect these values. Plan is a smoke-free environment.
Applications from women are encouraged
Plan International Burkina does not collect any fees or contributions of any kind from candidates throughout its recruitment process (submission of applications, processing of the application, written test, job interview, etc.). In addition, Plan does not request any information relating to candidates’ bank accounts. Furthermore, Plan declines all responsibility for fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.
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