Supply Chain Coordinator

General Description of the Organization:

Ghiras Al-Nahda is a Nonprofit Non-governmental humanitarian organization working to empower people through fulfilling their basic needs and seeking to improve community stability and resilience.

Job Purpose:

The supply chain coordinator will be responsible for leading and coordinating the organization’s supply chain activities. He/she will ensure that the supply chain operations are efficient, effective, and compliant with donor and organizational policies and procedures. The Supply Chain Coordinator will work closely with program staff, logistics staff, and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services to the beneficiaries of the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement supply chain policies and procedures that ensure compliance with donor and organizational regulations and guidelines.
• Lead the procurement process for goods and services, including the development of specifications, solicitation of bids, evaluation of bids, and negotiation of contracts.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
• Manage inventory levels of essential supplies and ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Develop and implement systems to track and manage the movement of goods from procurement to distribution to beneficiaries.
• Ensure that all supply chain activities are documented and recorded in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement training programs for staff and vendors to promote compliance with supply chain policies and procedures.
• Analyze supply chain performance and identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Participate in the development of proposals and budgets for new programs.
• Represent the organization in meetings with vendors, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain management, 2 years of it is in a humanitarian NGO.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in procurement and contract management.
• Knowledge of donor regulations and guidelines.
• Experience in managing staff and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and supply chain management software.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, besides Arabic as a fundamental language.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain management, 2 years of it is in a humanitarian NGO.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in procurement and contract management.
• Knowledge of donor regulations and guidelines.
• Experience in managing staff and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and supply chain management software.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, beside Arabic as fundamental language.

Non-discrimination Policy:
GAN is committed to creating a truly inclusive, effective, and representative organizational culture, encouraging equity and diversity among its employees, and eliminating discrimination. In addition, GAN is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex, or religion. GAN is encouraging persons with disabilities to apply for the position.

Child Protection Policy:

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to GAN, which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. GAN is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation. We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

PSEAH Policy:
GAN expressly prohibits and will not tolerate any form of abuse, or harassment (sexual or otherwise), based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, or disability. GAN employees and related personnel must under no circumstances take part in any form of discrimination, harassment, or abuse (physical, sexual, or verbal), intimidation or exploitation, or in any other way infringe the rights of others inside or outside GAN