Supply Chain Coordinator

Job Overview:
The Supply Chain Coordinator will coordinate the set up or implementation of supply chain functions and responsibilities, under the supervision of the Field Manager, and will supervise and manage field supply chain staff in Kano.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate programme supply chain needs; implement Save the Children policies and procedures for management of the supply chain, including procurement, transport, distribution, warehousing, stock management, vehicle fleets, communication systems, and assets. Prepare regular supply chain activity reports, conduct market analysis, ensure due diligence checks, manage supplier relations, and supervise supply chain staff.

Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, business administration or equivalent field; five years relevant experience in supply chain, procurement and logistics management in the NGO sector; proven experience in all technical areas of supply chain operations; ability to synthesize and analyze information; strong planning and management skills.

Educational Background:
Advanced degree in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, business administration or equivalent field; a first level university degree in a relevant technical field with seven years of relevant work experience may be taken in lieu of an advanced degree.

Experience:
Five years relevant experience in supply chain, procurement and logistics management in the NGO sector, within complex/large scale country programmes and in emergency response/humanitarian environments.

Languages:
Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.

Additional Notes:
The role holder is required to comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child safeguarding, safety and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, code of conduct, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.