Procurement and Logistics Officer, PAMO Plus at PATH.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation and execution of contract mechanisms, including managing purchase orders.
- Manage the logistics related to project activities such as trainings and workshops, general PATH office operations, and logistical support to province-based staff.
- Manage relationships with major suppliers to procure quality-assured commodities in a timely fashion.
- Review and contribute to requests for procurement approvals and/or waivers provided by the Finance and Operations Director.
- Assist the team in coordinating and resolving procurement issues.
- Ensure that all PATH and donor procurement regulations are followed.
- In collaboration with Finance and Operations Director ensure that all procurement is budgeted properly.
- Help to streamline the supply chain system of the lab commodities in the targeted provinces as well as the central level.
- Oversee inventory of all procured equipment and share information with Chief of Party, Finance and Operations Director, and USAID as requested.
- Prepare annual procurement plans.
- Represent the project on the local Procurement Review Committee
Required Experience
- Minimum of a Diploma in a related field plus 5 years’ experience in procurement and/or logistics
- Experience with USAID procurement and reporting regulations is required.
- Familiarity with Zambian import regulations is a preference though not compulsory.
- Excellent negotiation and people skills.
- Excellent organizational, planning, training, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to track multiple activities simultaneously.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office, including word processing, databases, spreadsheets and presentations.
- Membership to the relevant professional body in Zambia is required.
- Must have legal authorization to work in Zambia.
PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Closing Date : 18th March, 2021.
