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• Ensuring Concern and donor procurement procedures are implemented
• Development of all project procurement plans with the support from the Logistics Coordinator which will be prepared prior to and implemented immediate at the start of each new project
• Ensuring supply and construction contracts done under local procurement are both technical and legally sound
• Negotiating with major suppliers and implementing long-term agreements with for frequently purchased items for those which can be carried locally
• Reviewing and updating (Supplies Requests) SR tracking sheet in order to give visibility to requestors on the status of the requests
• Maintaining the contract tracking management sheet
• Check deliveries follow-up of each procurement contracts
• Ensuring that procurement files are stored electronically as per Concern and Donor regulations in each base and saved regularly
• Prepare procurement documentation (e.g. contracts, tender documents, etc.) as and when required, ensuring adherence to their provisions, seeking support where necessary;
• Nominate members of Purchase Committees (PC’s) for each office in liaison with the Log Co for OD approval and support the Log Co in training the PC
• Responsible for Request for Quotation/Invitation to tender launching, bids analysis, contract development and contract management.
• Carry out market surveys for both NES and KRI for main project materials and supplies. Nurture relationships with suppliers, , ensure the best prices for goods and services on behalf of Concern
• Reinforce current procedures and the quality of Concern internal control, based on international best practices, donor requirements and results of internal and external Audits
• Accountable for overall compliance with the Concern procurement manuals, procedures & policies.
• Communication with field / area office(s) via e-mail, MS Teams or cell phone in order to provide on time procurement supports.
• Have a clear understanding of the Concern procurement manuals and donor regulations and policies and assist in advising program and office management on required practices and procedures;
• Adhere to all Concern procurement policies and procedures as per the Concern Procurement Manuals. Advise supervisor and colleagues on solution-oriented methods to conduct large and intense procurements while adhering to policies timelines
• Conduct frequent market surveys and maintain a strong knowledge of the local market in Syria;
• Coordinate with Finance Department to ensure that payments to vendors has been made on time and without any unnecessary strain on the financial system of Concern.
• Closely work with the Logistics Coordinator and Systems Director to identify the gaps in procurement system and suggest improvements.
• Develop and manage a list of prequalified suppliers and approved suppliers list as per Concern Procurement Manual
• Supervise procurement staff under your line management
• Other duties as assigned
Programme Support:
• Provide technical leadership and advice to department staff and to managers in all locations on specific procurement issues
• Support in budgets and procurement plans preparation at proposal stage provide feedback on costs where necessary
• At the developing stage of all proposals identify and communicate all donor-specific procurement requirements to the relevant personnel in all departments to ensure compliance throughout the duration of the project
• Support in the procurement aspects of donor reports
• Regularly hold meetings with Grant/budget holders to discuss procurement plans progress and update as necessary – usually every month as a minimum
People Management
• Leading and managing procurement team by capacity building, on-the-job training and coaching
• Supporting the Logistics Coordinator in job description drafting for procurement officers in order to match set up needs
• Monitoring and regularly reviewing performance of staff against set objectives, giving corrective feedback where required and taking decisive action in the case of poor performance
• Identifying and taking appropriate action to fill resource gaps
Reporting and Compliance
• Review and ensure the good communication of different weekly reports on procurement, SR tracker and procurement plan.
• Ensure that all Procurement Plans are updated on SharePoint
• Ensure compliance with professional ethics, statutory regulations, and organizational policies and procedures
• Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements and works contracts
• The procurement manager will adhere to Concern’s Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Anti-Fraud and Whistleblowing Policies and will report to the Country Director if there are any suspected breeches
Essential
• BA qualification in a relevant discipline (Supply Chain, Procurement or/ Business Studies included)
• Minimum 5 years previous experience in a procurement role, preferably an INGO
• Previous experience in procurements for ECHO, USAID/USG, EU, Irish Government, UK Government funded grants
• Experience working with NGO/Humanitarian sector in supply chain departments
• Experience in data analysis, market surveys and suppliers database
• Excellent written and spoken English–Fluent in Arabic
• Computer skills (MS Package), IT and technically oriented, experience with ERP procurement applications
• High capacity to organize his/her work, and manage priorities; Attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
• Ability to work under high pressure and without constant supervision
• A strong team spirit
• Previous experience managing a team remotely
Desirable
• Post-Graduate degree in relevant technical area
• Experience in personnel management desired.
• Experience in coaching or training of staff
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Kurdish writing and speaking
• To be able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• To be culturally sensitive and empathic to others
• Ability to travel for long distances and work under pressure
• A ‘can-do’ attitude