Senior Procurement Manager, Procurement of Medical, WASH and NFI Commodities

TN United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead the global procurement of medical and WASH commodities. This pivotal role involves strategic sourcing, vendor management, and emergency stock management, ensuring compliance with procurement standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public procurement, particularly in health commodities, and possess strong negotiation and analytical skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in global health and humanitarian efforts, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience in public procurement, with at least 2 in health/medical commodities.
• Knowledge of donor regulations and procurement standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to develop procurement strategies and manage sourcing processes.
• Support country procurement teams and serve as a subject matter expert.

Skills

Public Procurement

Vendor Management

Negotiation

Market Research

Analytical Skills

Capacity Building

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Relevant Field

Tools

MS Office

Data Visualization Tools

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Senior Procurement Manager, Procurement of Medical, WASH and NFI Commodities, London

Client: International Rescue Committee

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2035e8a21533

Job Views: 13

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: req51743

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager, Procurement of Medical, WASH and NFI Commodities

Sector: Supply Chain

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Gross Compensation: New York, NY HQ USA: USD 113, - 130, Annually; London, UK: GBP 56, - 66, Annually

Work Arrangement: Open to Remote

Job Overview:

The Senior Manager, Procurement of Medical, WASH and NFI Commodities is responsible for the global procurement of medical commodities including pharmaceuticals, medical consumables, medical equipment, laboratory items, nutrition commodities, as well as WASH and NFI commodities. The role includes strategic sourcing, negotiation, vendor management, and emergency stock management. The position involves establishing external partnerships, developing initiatives within medical and WASH/NFI categories, and troubleshooting for country programs and emergency responses.

Major Responsibilities:

• Procurement: Collaborate with internal teams to develop procurement strategies, conduct market research, manage sourcing processes, ensure compliance, and maintain vendor relationships. Analyze spend data and forecast demand to optimize procurement strategies. Support emergency procurement activities.
• Capacity Building & Expertise: Support country procurement teams, serve as a subject matter expert, represent IRC externally, and provide training and capacity building.
• Emergency Stock: Strategically source supplies for emergency pre-positioned stocks and support stock strategy development.

Working Relationships:

• Reports to: Senior Director, Global Supply Chain Procurement
• External contacts include vendors, NGOs, inter-agency groups.

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 6 years experience in public procurement, with at least 2 in health/medical commodities.
• Knowledge of donor regulations and procurement standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office; language skills are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical logistics, quality assurance, and supply chain trends.
• Strong planning, analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification, experience with business systems, data visualization tools, and quality systems knowledge.

Working Environment & Benefits:

Standard office environment with competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and time off.