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International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC

. Implement category strategies in South Sudan .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeJuba • South SudanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and logistics management, with a strong focus on strategic purchasing, supplier evaluation, and compliance. Proficient in supply software and enterprise resource planning, alongside a solid understanding of construction and engineering materials.

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Procurement ManagementLogistics CoordinationSupplier EvaluationStrategic PurchasingSupply Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

ProcurementLogisticsSupplier ManagementMarket AnalysisContract NegotiationQuality ManagementConstruction Materials KnowledgeWater Supply KnowledgeSanitation KnowledgeEngineering Knowledge

Soft Skills

NegotiationCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityResponsibility

Tools & Technologies

Supply SoftwareEnterprise Resource Planning SoftwareRFQ Preparation ToolsTender Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Driving LicenseICRC Driving Test Certification

Industry Keywords

Category ManagementQuality AssuranceSupplier Performance MonitoringLocal Market KnowledgeAdministrative Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement category strategies in South Sudan
Support the Country Procurement Manager with product-assigned category management
Establish local implementation plans for regional/global strategies and supplier panels
Procure Engineering & Wathab Services, vehicle fleet goods and services, logistics 3PL services, administration and premises supplies and services for the ICRC Delegation in Juba, sub-delegations and offices in South Sudan
Plan and coordinate national procurement and logistics files
Maintain contact with logistics focal points in sub-delegations for follow-up, guidance and quality assurance
Contribute to procurement and logistics strategy and implement national-level actions
Implement strategic purchasing orientations emphasizing quality, social and environmental requirements
Report on national procurement and logistics files and propose process improvements
Source, assess, evaluate and manage suppliers and supplier master data
Research availability of goods and services, follow up quotations, tenders, supplier selection, negotiations, contracts and deliveries
Monitor supplier performance and conduct annual evaluations
Conduct market surveys, price and quality analyses, and negotiate purchasing terms
Participate in demand planning and integrate decisions into purchase plans
Review approved SDs/SPs, procurement requests and technical specifications
Determine product specifications and supply sources with Supply Chain Planners and SCOs
Follow up procurement orders and ensure timely delivery and approval of received goods and services
Liaise on financial arrangements, imports, exports, transfers and warehousing
Prepare RFQs, organise tenders, prepare supplier selection tables and ensure procedural compliance
Prepare purchase orders and contracts, ensure legal validity and obtain required approvals
Check supplier invoices and supporting documents for approval and payment
Settle working advances accurately and on time
Resolve quality claims before validating supplier invoices
Maintain accurate and auditable procurement files, databases, tender registers and follow-up sheets
Report market changes, product availability, shortages, price increases and procurement challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, some college coursework completed, an associate degree or equivalent higher education degree in administration, logistics, purchasing, water supply, sanitation, construction, engineering or a related technical field
Fluent command of English, written and spoken
Knowledge of Arabic and other local languages is an assist
Expert level in computer skills
Driving license and succeeded in ICRC Driving test
Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, purchasing, administration and/or water supply, sanitation, construction or engineering
Knowledge of quality management an asset
Professional knowledge of a specific category of products
Proficiency in supply software
Professional knowledge of enterprise resource planning software an asset
Skilled in Adapting & Learning, Teamwork, Responsibility & Autonomy, Negotiation, and Communication
Good knowledge of the local market
Very good knowledge of construction, plumbing, and electrical materials

Benefits

Comp & perks

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment
Collaboration with colleagues locally and worldwide
Fixed term contract