Supply Chain Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting vital needs such as access to water, food, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases related to unsafe water, which is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Through its interventions, SI implements expertise in areas such as access to drinking water, sanitation, hygiene promotion, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and livelihoods. SI operates in 26 countries with a total workforce of 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national employees, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers. The organization is dedicated to professionalism and commitment while respecting local cultures.

Job Overview:
The Supply Chain Manager will play a crucial role in defining the Supply Chain strategy and contributing to the programming of the Logistics department at Solidarités International. This position involves developing and evolving policies, procedures, frameworks, and tools related to the Supply Chain. The manager will oversee structural, transversal, and innovative projects linked to the Supply Chain, establish performance indicators, and supervise risk management. The role also includes operational oversight of purchasing and supply operations, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing performance and compliance. The Supply Chain Manager will provide technical and methodological support to field teams, develop and update documentation, standards, tools, and solutions for the Supply Chain, and conduct capacity-building actions such as training and community practice facilitation. Additionally, the manager will lead the Supply Chain team at headquarters, ensuring objectives are met, skills are developed, and the service operates cohesively. Coordination with internal departments and regional directors is essential, as is representing the organization to suppliers, partners, and sector networks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define and implement the Supply Chain strategy and contribute to the Logistics department's programming.
• Develop and update policies, procedures, frameworks, and tools for the Supply Chain.
• Oversee structural, transversal, and innovative projects related to the Supply Chain.
• Establish performance indicators and supervise risk management.
• Supervise purchasing and supply operations, including sourcing, competition, contracting, and flow management.
• Manage supplier relationships and optimize performance and compliance.
• Support logistical mutualization initiatives and inter-NGO projects.
• Monitor emergency stock and keep abreast of market trends, tools, and new suppliers.
• Provide technical and methodological support to field teams. 1
• Develop and update documentation, standards, tools, and solutions for the Supply Chain. 1
• Conduct capacity-building actions, including training and community practice facilitation. 1
• Validate purchasing files according to defined thresholds and provide operational support as needed. 1
• Manage the Supply Chain team at headquarters, ensuring objectives are met and skills are developed. 1
• Coordinate with internal departments and regional directors. 1
• Participate in transversal projects and programming exercises within the department. 1
• Represent the organization to suppliers, partners, and sector networks.

Required Qualifications:

• Technical training in logistics or supply chain management.
• A minimum of three years of field logistics experience, particularly in emergency humanitarian responses and coordination roles, with notable experience at headquarters.
• Proven experience in strategic management and project coordination.
• Confirmed management experience.
• Experience in the private sector supply chain is a plus.
• Mastery of humanitarian supply chain principles.
• Ability to anticipate market changes and needs.
• In-depth knowledge of the humanitarian sector and funding sources.
• Strong external representation skills in a senior context. 1
• Analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities. 1
• Project management skills, including the ability to define action priorities and allocate resources effectively. 1
• Decision-making and persuasion skills. 1
• Ability to develop and maintain a professional network. 1
• Proficiency in computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should possess a technical degree in logistics or supply chain management. This educational background is essential to ensure a solid understanding of the principles and practices necessary for effective supply chain management in a humanitarian context.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience in logistics, particularly in emergency humanitarian responses and coordination roles. Experience at the headquarters level is also required, along with a proven track record in strategic management and project coordination. Management experience is essential, and experience in the private sector supply chain is considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in French and English is mandatory, with a very good level in reading, writing, and speaking. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an advantage but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The position is based at the headquarters of Solidarités International in Clichy la Garenne, with occasional field travel required. The contract is a permanent contract (CDI) with a managerial status. The gross monthly salary ranges from €3,842 to €4,001, depending on the current salary scale at headquarters. There is a possibility of remote work for 4 to 12 days per month. Employees are entitled to 2.0833 vacation days per month and 1 day of RTT (reduction of working time) for each full month worked. The organization provides health insurance coverage (80%), meal vouchers (60%), and transportation subsidies for Île de France (50%). Travel insurance is covered during field missions, and employees receive 1 day of recovery for each weekend spent on mission. Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter, as applications containing only a CV will not be considered. Solidarités International reserves the right to close the recruitment process before the application deadline.