Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist

CTG; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Food Programme is seeking an experienced procurement support professional to coordinate activities, research suppliers, and streamline purchasing processes. You will work under established procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient acquisitions and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities include preparing orders, supporting negotiations, and ensuring alignment with broader program needs while fostering strong internal relationships and compliance with procurement standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years in procurement, contracting or supply chain roles.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational coordination and administrative support for procurement projects.
• Identify potential suppliers and compile data to support supplier selection.
• Review and prioritize purchasing requests to meet lowest cost goals.
• Assist in negotiations with suppliers to obtain favorable terms.
• Prepare purchase orders and contracts for approval within delegated authority.
• Resolve issues related to delivered goods and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Supplier research

Procurement processes

Logistics coordination

Local commodities familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Procurement / Economics / Supply Chain Management

Job description

The World Food Programme is seeking an experienced procurement support professional to coordinate activities, research suppliers, and streamline purchasing processes. You will work under established procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient acquisitions and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities include preparing orders, supporting negotiations, and ensuring alignment with broader program needs while fostering strong internal relationships and compliance with procurement standards.