Buyer 1 at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Jos Sub-Delegation is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy below:

Job Title: Buyer 1

Location: Jos, Plateau

Job Description

Buyer 1 supports the procurement process in a specific Subdelegation in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations.
In addition provides support in the areas of Supply Chain and Transport and in the absence of the Logistics Site Manager/ Logistician and. upervises Warehousing, stock management and Fleet to JOS Sub-Delegation

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Independently carries out ordinary procurement for specific sector(s) up to a certain amount.
Drafts requests for tenders/quotes, selection tables and contracts and submits them to their hierarchical superior
Ensures that orders are delivered in time
Follows up on purchases and deliveries until the goods are delivered in the warehouse or on the site. Checks that they are conform with specifications and contract details. Receives goods and checks that they correspond to quantities and quality ordered.
Advise the requester on quality issues / differences.
Ensures that orders are delivered in time
Follows up on purchases and deliveries until the goods are delivered in the warehouse or on the site. Checks that they are conform with specifications and contract details. Receives goods and checks that they correspond to quantities and quality ordered.
Advise the requester on quality issues / differences.
During the absence of the Logistics Site Manager/Logistician ensure the smooth operations at the warehouse and ensure that warehouse procedures are followed according to the Logistic manual.
During the absence of the Logistics Site Manager/Logistician should supervise and ensure that the unit functions optimally.
Supervises dispatch of ICRC goods with commercial transport companies
Ensure transport Frame agreements and contracts are signed with selected transport companies

Education and Experience Required

University degree in administration, logistics, procurement or a relevant field
4 years work experience in a similar field
Good command of written and spoken English
Excellent computer skills (Word and Excel), including ICRC standard computer systems

Desired Profile and Skills: