Chemonics seeks a senior warehousing advisor for the Procurement and Supply Management (PSM) project in Mozambique. The PSM project will be the primary vehicle through which USAID will procure and provide health commodities, provide technical assistance to improve partner countries’ management of the supply chain, and collaborate with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives. The senior warehousing advisor will be serve as the technical lead for all project activities in warehousing at the central and regional level. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead for project activities in warehousing at the central and regional levels.
- Provide strategic guidance to CMAM on all warehousing issues.
- Build capacity of CMAM and other partners in warehousing and distribution.
- Promote the use of WHO best warehouse practices at all warehouses.
- Promote the use of CMAM's computerized warehouse management system, recommend improvements and strategically lead further implementation at all central‐level warehouses.
- Promote the use of data to inform and guide decision making by continually identifying gaps and developing corrective actions as needed.
- Develop and Implement a plan to transfer key warehousing functions to CMAM.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in forecasting and supply planning and/or supply chain management systems.
- Skilled in the design and use of MIS systems for warehouse operations.
- Skilled in leading and managing high-performing teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work with cooperating partners in implementing complex programs.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills.
- Proficiency in Portuguese required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application Instructions:
Please send your CV and cover letter by February 19, 2016, to PSM_Mz_Recruit@chemonics.com. Please include “Senior Warehousing Advisor” in the subject line. Finalists will be contacted.
