Logistics and Supply Chain Manager at Africa Youth Growth Foundation

Job Purpose

• Responsible for monitoring stock levels and overseeing the movement of incoming and outgoing goods.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual project procurement plans and monitor implementation;
• Ensure full compliance of procurement activities with AYGF Organisational policies and donor rules and regulations;
• Assist the Finance Manager with establishing internal control systems;
• Set up procurement processes, monitoring systems, and mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in procurement;
• Review and verify all purchase orders for goods and contract services;
• Maintain and update all procurement files and transaction matrices;
• Identify logistical bottlenecks and propose ways to fill in gaps;
• Direct and supervise stockroom management practices to ensure no overstocking and losses;
• Monitor and track project asset inventories;
• Plan, organise and lead the bid solicitation processes including drafting and issuing Requests for Quotes, developing bid evaluation criteria, and guiding clients on processes.

Education and Experience / Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Sciences, or Social Sciences with training in Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
• At least 6years of experience in procurement planning and management in private sector/international organizations(preferably NGO/INGO);
• Demonstrated experience in efficiently and efficaciously completing procurement of health-sector goods and commodities;
• Knowledge and ability to work on ICT tools for inventory management, logistics, and supply chain management;
• Knowledge of completing procurement in Nigeria or FCV countries;
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English;
• Strong credibility and integrity in this domain.

Skills / Competencies:

• Knowledge of local markets and vendors;
• Strong personal, supervisory, and time management skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent analytical and Organisational skills;
• Excellent level of computer literacy.