Procurement & Logistics Officer at FHI 360

Requisition: 2019200261
Supervisor:SFAO
Job Type: Full time

Basic Functions

• Administer FHI 360 procurement policy and procedures in accordance with donor guidelines and requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions by reviewing budget allocation for adequate authorizations.
• Review purchase request, check request and blanket/open orders for procurements.
• Solicit quotes and bid information from appropriate vendors.
• Coordinate the review and procurement response with the initial requestor.
• Resolve problems regarding production quality, accounting discrepancies, rejection of bids or received products.
• Serve as liaison between staff and vendor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BSc in relevant field with 3 - 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Or MSc. in relevant field with 1 - 3 years relevant procurement experience.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations (experience with USAID procurement a plus).

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of procurement standards and practices. Knowledge of donor procurement policy and procedures. Knowledge of standard purchasing software. Resourceful in gathering and providing information.
• Written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Relevant computer software skills including Microsoft office products.
• Typing and data entry skills.
• Report to supervisor on variances and status on regular basis
• Ability to frequently interact with others handling problem situations with tact.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.