Sr. Manager, Global Procurement & Supply Chain at Orbis UK

Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Supplier Due Diligence, International Logistics, Customs Compliance, Ethical Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Data Analysis, Vendor Management, Performance Management, Communication, Capacity Building, Risk Mitigation, Business Continuity Planning, Inventory Management, Supplier Governance

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

JOB SUMMARY As a member of the HQ Finance & Admin Department and Supply Chain Team, the Senior Manager, Global Procurement & Supply Chain oversees global sourcing and procurement, supplier governance, international logistics, compliance with donor and regulatory requirements, and organization‑wide capacity building across Orbis programs. This role contributes by ensuring high‑quality, cost‑effective, and compliant delivery of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, ophthalmic supplies, and operational goods globally. The Senior Manager, Global Procurement & Supply Chain also provides surge support to the Flying Eye Hospital (FEH) and Hospital Based Training events. LOCATION Remote or Office-Based in an Orbis Location REPORTING & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Reports to the Director of Supply Chain and works closely with the Country Program and Global Teams. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY * Establish global SOPs and compliance frameworks for procurement and supply chain. * Lead global risk mitigation and business continuity planning. * Oversee supplier governance, ethical sourcing, and donor compliance. * Lead strategic sourcing and procurement of medical, ophthalmic, and operational supplies for country programs following Orbis’s global procurement and supply chain strategy. * Conduct supplier due diligence, RFPs, negotiation, and performance management. * Manage global procurement plans and ensure alignment with country programs. * Oversee international logistics, import/export, customs, and global distribution. * Strengthen inventory management, asset tracking, and warehouse coordination. * Build procurement and supply chain capacity across global teams. * Develop tools, training materials, and conduct audits and assessments. * Collaborate with Clinical, Program, FEH, Finance, Legal, and IT teams. * Serve as subject matter expert with suppliers, partners, and colleagues. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE * Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. * Minimum 5–7+ years global procurement/supply chain experience. * Experience in medical or clinical procurement. * Knowledge of donor‑funded procurement and international logistics. * Professional certification (CIPS, CSCP, CPSM) preferred. SKILLS & ABILITIES * Deep knowledge of strategic sourcing for medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and ophthalmic supplies. * Strong negotiation skills for contracts, supplier agreements, and pricing. * Ability to conduct supplier due diligence, RFPs, and long term supplier management. * Expertise in international logistics, import/export processes, and customs compliance. * Strong understanding of donor procurement rules (USAID, FCDO, EU, corporate foundations). * Ability to enforce ethical sourcing standards and quality assurance requirements. * Skilled in analyzing supply chain data, performance indicators, and supplier metrics. * Ability to identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement. * Strong vendor relationship building and performance management skills. * Strong written and verbal communication across diverse cultures and time zones. Negotiation & Vendor Management. * Ability to travel internationally ORBIS VALUES & COMPETENCIES At Orbis, our values and competencies are central to how we work and grow, both as individuals and as a global organization. These expectations apply to all employees and help ensure that we are aligned in our mission and impact. Our Values in Action: We are guided by five values: Accountability, Commitment, Innovation, Integrity, and Equity. These values reflect how we engage with our colleagues, partners, and the communities we serve. We expect everyone at Orbis to model these values in daily decisions and behaviors. Our Competencies in Action: These describe the key skills and behaviors needed to succeed at Orbis. They are used in performance discussions and to support career development across roles. Competencies Application Core All Employees People Managers All roles supervising at least one Orbis employee Leaders All roles Grade 24 of higher 👉 Click here for a quick overview of our values [https://www.orbis.org/en/about-us/employment] and competencies [https://www.orbis.org/en/orbis-competencies] To learn more about Orbis, go to http://www.orbis.org [http://www.orbis.org] Orbis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, particularly those underrepresented in the international nonprofit sector. Orbis is proud to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager oversees global sourcing and procurement, supplier governance, and international logistics to ensure compliant delivery of medical supplies. This role also involves capacity building across Orbis programs and providing support to the Flying Eye Hospital.