Supply Chain Officer-Procurements
Project HOPE Namibia (PHN) · Florida, United States · 3 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Principal Responsibilities
- Procurement Processing & Implementation
- Process purchase requests and verify completeness of required documentation and approvals.
- Prepare and issue RFQs, ITBs, and RFPs in line with procurement procedures.
- Collect and analyze supplier quotations and support preparation of bid analysis summaries.
- Prepare purchase orders and contracts for review and approval by the Supply Chain Manager.
- Follow up with suppliers on order confirmation, production, and delivery timelines.
- Supplier Coordination & Market Support
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers regarding quotations, delivery schedules, and documentation.
- Support market assessments and price comparisons to ensure value for money.
- Aid in identifying reliable suppliers, especially in constrained or disrupted markets.
- Assist in supplier vetting and due diligence processes.
- Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure procurement files are complete, accurate, and well-organized.
- Maintain records of all procurement transactions including RFQs, bids, contracts, and delivery notes.
- Ensure compliance with Project HOPE procurement policies and donor requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing procurement documentation and files.
- Cordination with Programs & Logistics
- Coordinate with program teams to clarify specifications and delivery needs.
- Liaise with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure proper receipt and verification of goods.
- Support planning of procurement activities aligned with program implementation timelines.
- Aid in emergency procurement actions when required.
- Tracking & Reporting
- Maintain procurement trackers for all ongoing and completed purchases.
- Provide regular updates on procurement status to the Supply Chain Manager.
- Track supplier performance and delivery timelines and flag delays or issues.
- Aid in preparation of procurement inputs for internal and donor reports.
- Risk Management & Ethics
- Identify procurement risks such as delays, supply shortages, or compliance gaps and report them to the Supply Chain Manager.
- Promote transparency, fairness, and accountability in all procurement processes.
- Ensure confidentiality and integrity of procurement information.
- Report any suspected fraud, conflict of interest, or irregularities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 3–7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in NGO or humanitarian settings.
- Good understanding of procurement procedures, tendering processes, and documentation.
- Experience working in restricted or high-risk environments is an asset.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement actions simultaneously.
- Good communication and negotiation skills.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is essential.