Logistics Specialist

CGIAR System Organization; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting global logistics operations, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing procurement processes in line with best practices. Candidates should exhibit strong procurement skills, a client service orientation, and hold relevant qualifications. This role will significantly contribute to CIP's mission of transforming food systems in a climate crisis.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Experience in international procurement and managing multi-donor projects.
• Advanced written and spoken communication skills in English and Swahili.

Responsabilités

• Support global logistics operations and service delivery.
• Manage logistics suppliers and ensure compliance with procurement standards.
• Compile and analyze logistics data to monitor trends.

Connaissances

Procurement Management

Supplier Management

Client Service Orientation

Analytical Skills

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Procurement certification from KISM, CIPS, or equivalent

Outils

ERP software

Description du poste

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a highly skilled, results-oriented Logistics Specialist, based in Nairobi, Kenya.

About CIP

CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research organization with a global mandate to conduct research on potatoes, sweet potatoes, Andean root and tuber crops, and sustainable management of natural resources. CIP’s vision is to contribute to the fulfillment of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), particularly those related to poverty, hunger, child and maternal mortality, and sustainable development. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It is a member of One CGIAR, a global research partnership dedicated to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis, involving 13 CGIAR Centers/Alliances and numerous partners.

About the role

The selected candidate will be part of the Logistics team, reporting to the Logistics Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support global logistics operations, ensuring effective service delivery following standard processes.
• Build strong relationships with global partners and senior managers to align functional objectives.
• Assist in drafting tender documents, ITTs, RFPs, organizing procurement meetings, and processing purchase orders and contracts.
• Collaborate with the logistics team to optimize operational transactions, service levels, and supply chain efficiency.
• Manage logistics suppliers, source and evaluate them globally, and ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met.
• Design and implement improvements to global logistics processes, promoting best practices.
• Respond to technical queries and support requests promptly, maintaining high client service standards.
• Compile and analyze logistics data to monitor trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
• Oversee bidding processes, ensuring transparency and effective negotiations.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, or related field.
• Procurement certification from KISM, CIPS, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Experience in international procurement and managing multi-donor procurement projects.
• Strong procurement and supplier management skills.
• Excellent client service orientation and cooperative attitude.
• Knowledge of ERP software and management of product and supplier master files.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Advanced written and spoken communication skills in English and Swahili.