LM02001
PROJECT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Level 9
Career Path
Reports to (Hierarchical)
project coordinator / Logistic Manager / LTLProject Coordinator
Reports to (Functional)
Supply Chain Coordinator or Logistics Coordinator
Job Family
Logistics and Supply
Main Purpose
Defining, coordinating and monitoring the supply chain activities in the project according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the optimal running of the project
Accountabilities
- In collaboration with the Project Coordinator and the Supply Chain Coordinator or Logistics Coordinator, planning, establishing and reviewing the supply activities in the project including its budget, in order to identify and optimize the response to the needs of the mission and the targeted population
- Monitoring and ensuring the efficient and smooth running of the following supply activities in the project: order processing, local purchase management, physical (warehousing) and administrative (management of movements) stock management, freight management, supply administration and implementation of standard supply tools (LogistiX 7, Q4, etc.)
- Ensuring the availability of relevant management data to the owners of the stock, project and capital coordination (expired drugs, risk of shortages, stock reports, lead time, pipeline, etc.).
- Managing the supply team in the project, and in collaboration with the PC, Supply Chain Co or LogCo and the HRCo, participating in the planning and implementation of HR associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, detection of potential, development and communication) of the staff under his / her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required to correctly perform all supply activities
- Participating in monthly reporting according to guidelines
Education
Essential degree and specialization in Logistics/Supply Chain is an asset
Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in supply chain
Language Level Description
B2 Independent User
Vantage or upper intermediate
- Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation.
- Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
- Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Technical Skills
Warehousing
AUTONOMOUS
Able to use all the warehouse's devices and premises
Knowledge of warehouse layout and good flows
Able to use basic administrative tools (stock cards)
Able to explain safety and security guidelines about warehousing
Quality control knowledge
Understanding of good distribution practices (GDP) on handling, controlling and storing
Able to explain picking packing techniques for different types of items (cold chain, DGR...)
Able to follow the instructions coming from a specific stock management theory (FEFO, shelf line, etc.)
Transport
UNDER SUPERVISION
Able to read incoming transport documents and to write outcoming transport documents
Capacity to detect anomalies at the moment of reception and to declare a claim.
Customs
Procurement
AUTONOMOUS
Able to bargain prices and the sell's conditions
Able to compare quotations
Able to make basic contracts.
Supply IS
AUTONOMOUS
Able to use supply software in the entire supply chain.
Demand Planning
AUTONOMOUS
Able to calculate stock levels, thresholds and consumptions
Customer Service Management
MASTER
Able to work according to client requirements
Knowledge of downstream claim management
Able to establish customer reports.
Supply process Synchronization
MASTER
Able to collect indicators and to analyse them with regards to their activities
Collaborative planning
AUTONOMOUS
Update MSF Supply information systems and alert stakeholder at milestones and when data accuracy is question, in a proactive and interdepartemental collaboration.
Transversal Competencies
Commitment to MSF’s Principles
Demonstrates loyalty, awareness and respect for MSF’s values
- Expresses his/her interest by talking/asking/giving informed opinions about MSF’s activities.
- Expresses he/she wants to work with MSF because of its principles and mission.
- Overtly expresses his/her satisfaction at belonging to MSF and defends MSF’s social mission.
- Refers to beneficiaries* when speaking about his/her own work.
- Always transmits a positive image of MSF in front of both colleagues and external people.
- Translates the principles of MSF into actions.
Behavioural Flexibility
Adapts behaviour to the needs of the situation
- Accepts decisions which are not completely in line with his/her personal opinions.
- Is flexible in applying and adapting procedures.
- Adapts his/her behaviour to the characteristics of the interlocutor and/or situation.
- Learns from problems and difficulties, becoming more competent at resolving similar situations in the future.
- Looks for adaptable solutions in order to achieve objectives.
- Reassesses priorities when circumstances change, focusing on objectives.
Results and Quality Orientation
Improves performance and sets ambitious and realistic goals
- Strives to continually improve work methods.
- Suggests news ways of increasing efficiency in his/her field of action.
- Demonstrates a continuous learning attitude.
- Sets as an objective the improvement of the process.
Teamwork and Cooperation
Encourages, engages and motivates people to work as a team
- Shows he/she values the experience and input of other team members through empathetic communication.
- Makes decisions taking into account how they affect the team.
- Actively seeks input from team members to define how they will work together.
- Makes sure the common objective is known and supported by all the team.
- Works to achieve cohesion and a spirit of cooperation in the team.
- Involves the team in the decision-making process that may affect all its members.
People Management and Development
Gives feedback and sets limits
- Informs and gives feedback about results achieved by the team.
- Individually rectifies ineffective behaviour through constructive feedback.
- Acknowledges the positive performance of his/her collaborators, using suitable techniques for the follow-up appraisal.
- Manages any discrepancies between team members’ expectations and the reality of their situation.
- Is approachable and makes time for all team members.