Procurement Managers, also known as purchasing managers, manage a company's sourcing capabilities and supply chain. They are responsible for strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most cost-effective deals and to reduce procurement expenses.

• Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children rights and equality for girls.

• We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected.

• Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

• We support children rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for  and respond to  crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

• We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

• The post holder, will manage CPiE project at Regional level and ensure that project is implemented in target locations as per the agreement entered with government stakeholders and signatory offices. He/she will be providing hands-on guidance, support, mentoring and coaching to Child Protection in Emergency frontline staff including Coordinators, Officers and Social Workers etc to ensure smooth and quality implementation of child protection in emergencies project.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

• Education at BA Degree level or equivalent study in fields such as Supply Chain & Logistics Management, or Procurement management

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in procurement management which at least 3 years in managerial position with NGO’s in leading programs/ projects or demonstrated equivalent combination.

• Depth and breadth of knowledge of Plan’s global and national strategies and policies.

• Ability to communicate effectively and authoritatively on area of expertise.

• Ability to develop effective working relationships across a network.

• Skills Specific to the Post

• Planning and organization skills on short and long-time frames

• Strong negotiating, facilitating and influencing skills

• Strong decision-making skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Communicates clearly and effectively

• Strong team-building and motivational skills

• Networking and partnership development skills

• Good interpersonal and public relation skills

• Good time management skills

• Influencing skills and able to provide attention to detail

• Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications

• Knowledge of an ERP system, strong technical skills in supply chain
  knowledge and experience of project management

• Solutions orientated focused on program outcomes, budget skills including effective use of resources

• Experience in preparing and submitting business cases

How to Apply

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