Senior Supply Chain Officer

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in procurement, logistics, warehouse management, or supply chain operations.
  
• Experience working with international NGOs or donor-funded programs strongly preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of procurement regulations, contract management, and warehouse operations.
  
• Experience working in complex operational environments.
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
  
• Knowledge of Mercy Corps systems and procedures (esp. procurement systems) desirable; knowledge of USAID and other donor regulations helpful.
  
• Excellent negotiation and representation skills.
  
• Effective verbal and written communication, organizational, prioritization and Microsoft Office applications.
  

Procurement Management

• Lead procurement processes in accordance with Mercy Corps procurement policies and donor regulations.
  
• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted transparently, competitively, and documented appropriately.
  
• Prepare procurement plans in collaboration with program teams to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
  
• Manage the full procurement cycle including market assessments, solicitation, bid evaluation, purchase orders, and delivery follow-up.
  
• Maintain an updated and vetted vendor database and ensure fair vendor selection processes.
  
• Conduct vendor performance reviews and recommend improvements where necessary.
  

Contract Management

• Support drafting, review, and administration of supplier and service provider contracts.
  
• Monitor contract implementation to ensure vendors deliver according to agreed specifications, timelines, and pricing.
  
• Maintain a contract tracking system to monitor contract timelines, renewals, and performance milestones.
  

Warehouse and Storage Management

• Oversee storage facilities to ensure safe and efficient storage of program supplies, equipment, and commodities.
  
• Ensure inventory systems are maintained and updated for all stored items.
  
• Conduct regular inventory checks and reconcile stock balances with warehouse records.
  
• Ensure safe handling and movement of goods to prevent loss, damage, or misuse.
  

Operations

• Coordinate logistics arrangements for program implementation including transportation and movement of goods.
  
• Ensure proper tracking and documentation of supply chain activities across field offices.
  
• Support operational coordination for procurement planning, delivery schedules, and logistics requirements.
  
• Robust stock reception and release management using MCN tools and templates.
  

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure procurement and supply chain documentation is complete, accurate, and audit ready.
  
• Maintain organized procurement and logistics filing systems in both electronic and physical formats.
  
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and compliance verification.
  

Strategic Supply Chain Support

• Support the Operations Manager in strengthening supply chain systems and operational efficiency.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, vendor engagement, and logistics processes.
  
• Provide technical guidance to operations and program teams on procurement planning and supply chain compliance.
  
• Contribute to operational planning for program expansion, field logistics, and emergency response needs.
  

Team Management

• Provide technical supervision and mentoring to logistics assistants and warehouse staff where applicable.
  
• Build capacity of field operations staff on procurement procedures and supply chain compliance.
  
• Promote teamwork and ensure adherence to Mercy Corps operational standards.