Senior Manager - Supply Chain at Save the Children International

Dhaka, Dhaka Division, Bangladesh -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply chain management, Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse management, Inventory management, Fleet administration, Strategic leadership, Emergency procurement, Source to pay system, Customs clearing, Staff capacity building, Performance management, Data reporting, Vendor negotiation, Compliance management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply. The Opportunity The Senior Manager, Supply Chain will head the overall Supply Chain Department and provide strategic leadership, coordination, and management across all supply chain functions. This position will lead the department, including procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and fleet administration, and will be part of the Extended Senior Management Team (ESMT). The role is responsible for ensuring efficient and compliant supply chain operations across all programmes, including emergency procurement, with particular focus on Cox’s Bazar operations. The post holder will lead the development and implementation of effective procurement policies, systems, and procedures in line with Save the Children standards and operating procedures, international standards, national laws, and donor requirements. Under this role, the department’s key functions include procurement and purchase requisition management, consolidation of procurement plans and development of annual sourcing plans, strategic sourcing for high spend categories, customs clearing, transport and delivery of goods, warehousing, stock and inventory management, and timely completion of weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports. The Senior Manager will also line manage and build the capacity of supply chain staff and managers, while ensuring the successful implementation and effective use of the Source to Pay system at Save the Children Bangladesh. Qualifications and Experience • Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics management including procurement, transportation and distribution, customs clearing, warehouse management, and stock management of which 3 years in management position. • Experience in Procurement management in emergency response is highly desirable. • Experience in implementation of Procurement and Supply Chain system e.g. Source to Pay, SAP etc. • Minimum three years of experience working with international NGOs is preferred. • Experience in the distribution of both food and non-food items. • Experience working with local commodities transporters, including the negotiating of competitive transportation rates. • Experience in tracking and cataloguing of incoming and outgoing goods using computer software. (Experience using Procurement computer software is highly desirable.) • Experience in building and developing the capacity of Procurement staff through training sessions, performance management, and development plans. • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with expertise in Procurement staff management and capacity development. • Master’s Degree, preferably in Management/Business Studies or related discipline. The Organisation We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday • All children learn from a quality basic education and that, • Violence against children is no longer tolerated. We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview ‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’ We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager will lead the Supply Chain Department, providing strategic oversight for procurement, logistics, warehousing, and fleet operations. They are responsible for ensuring operational compliance, managing emergency response supply chains, and building the capacity of the department's staff.