Logistician

Responsibilities: Under the authority of the logistics coordinator, the Logistics Officer will implement and supervise all logistics operations at his/her assigned base. He/she will organize logistic support for programs, in keeping with Solidarités International procedures. He/she will assist the base manager or the field coordinator in the implementation of safety rules.   Task description: Supply Management Carry out a purchasing environment analysis at the local level Manage the Solidarités International purchasing procedures and those from donors funding the programs. Supervise the preparation of purchasing documents and draft the contracts  Supervise purchasing, ensuring that approval rules and procedures are observed Select suppliers and negotiate prices, deadlines and delivery methods Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and archived in keeping with Solidarités International procedures Ensure that dealings with suppliers are monitored Vehicle Fleet Management Negotiate vehicle rental contracts Establish vehicle movement schedules Ensure that all vehicles have accompanying administrative documents and that these are correctly filed and monitored Equipment/Telecommunications Management Optimize distribution of materials according to task needs Organize the installation, safe-guarding and monitoring of materials Management and Monitoring of IT Equipment Ensure the maintenance and correct use of IT equipment Provide technical assistance to teams and organize training sessions Supplies Management Select storage locations and create a plan for the development and security of these sites See that all documentation linked to stock is complete and correct Supervise monthly physical stock inventory Security Implement team safety measures as determined by the coordination team Pass on any security-related information to his/her line manager Candidate’s profile Degree in logistic or other relevant degree Or previous similar experience Good working computer skills English or French speaking and writing mandatory