Supply Chain Coordinator

JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Coordinator

LOCATION: Beirut, with occasional field visits across Lebanon

ABAAD PURPOSE:

ABAAD – Resource Centre for Gender Equality is a UN ECOSOC-accredited organization that aims to achieve gender equality as an essential condition to sustainable social and economic development in the MENA region.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for the planning, daily management, reporting and compliance with ABAAD policy and procedures regarding Logistics, procurement and asset management.

The Supply Chain Coordinator Collaborate and coordinate with Programs and Finance to ensure a harmonized operational system. Ensure timely and effective logistics services that support timely program implementation.

REPORTING LINES:

Post holder reports to:  Head of Operations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide input and participates in budget development, or amendments, to ensure accurate costing of materials.
• Accountable for implementing and maintaining a local procurement system.
• Seek products/services that offer the best value for money within the shortest timeframes
• Assess the market regularly for new suppliers to supply the recurrent needs of activities/ projects.
• Develop and maintain relations with different suppliers in order to ensure a stable supply of goods or services
• Coordinate and supervising the purchasers' activity
• Oversee and monitor logistics activities to ensure they are carried out in full compliance with ABAAD and donor policy and procedures, and with local authority requirements.
• Oversee the management of the transport of all staff and visitors.
• Ensure quarterly physical check of assets and submission of asset reports to Head of Operations.
• Ensure spot-checks are done systematically, documented and reported for all assets, inventory and equipment.
• Provide advice and support on maintenance, repair and management
• Supervise logistics and warehouse
• Monitor storage and distribution of goods
• Review inventory needs and keep adequate stock
• Manage the Supply Chain staff, lead on team meetings and guide/ build capacity as needed.
• Any other requirements set per senior management.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of five years of experience working for an I/NGO is a must
• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management or related discipline;
• Proven track record of working in a similar capacity with the nation and/or international NGOs in the region;
• Knowledge of gender and gender equality;
• Exceptional writing skills in both Arabic and English languages (French is a plus);
• Extensive knowledge and skills in computer usage including word, excel, power point, and social media;

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated proactivity and innovation.
• Efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
• Calm in stressful situations
• Identifies priority activities and assignments
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills