Senior Procurement Officer

Operational Responsibilities

• Actively support procurement planning in coordination with LRC departments and PNSs, ensuring technical and budgetary compliance.
• Lead complex tendering processes, ensuring that all steps (including bid evaluations, CBA, and tender opening sessions) are executed with transparency and integrity.
• Manage high-value and strategic procurement activities in line with LRC procurement thresholds and policies.
• Mentor and guide junior procurement staff, promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all procurement practices comply with LRC, IFRC, Lebanese, and international standards and regulations.
• Oversee supplier registration and pre-qualification, ensuring supplier performance is monitored through KPIs such as DIFOTIS (Delivered In Full, On Time, In Specification).
• Maintain and update supplier performance databases, including blacklists and pre-approved vendor lists.
• Conduct market assessments and keep relevant teams informed on market trends and price fluctuations via Supply Price Lists.
• Establish and manage Framework Agreements (FWAs); track contract usage and compliance to mitigate procurement risks.
• Ensure Requests for Quotation (RFQs) are processed with necessary finance approvals and complete technical specifications.
• Provide procurement training for new staff and branch teams, as needed.
• Prepare and disseminate regular procurement status reports (e.g., Procurement Tracker).
• Develop and maintain a contracts management system, ensuring timely renewals and closures.
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards are maintained throughout all procurement activities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready documentation for all transactions.

Function Specific Experience

• Professional work experience in procurement
• Varied supply chain / procurement functional background

Industry Related Experience

• Experience in similar volunteer-based organizations or humanitarian organizations is preferred