Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Welthungerhilfe is a prominent non-governmental organization dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty worldwide. Established in 1962, it has grown to employ thousands of individuals across various countries, focusing on sustainable development and humanitarian aid. The organization operates in numerous countries, providing assistance to those in need and advocating for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and social justice. Welthungerhilfe is committed to transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in its operations, ensuring that its mission aligns with the needs of the communities it serves.
Job Overview:
As the Team Lead Procurement HQ & Internal Services, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Internal Service and Procurement HQ teams. This position involves team coordination, managing information flow, and communication across various departments. You will act as the local project lead for building management assessments and contribute to the digitalization of tools and processes within the procurement domain at HQ. Your leadership will be essential in developing the skills of your team members and ensuring that procurement processes align with organizational goals and sustainability criteria.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will include managing and developing the Procurement Officers and Internal Services team, which encompasses facility management, reception, property administration, and student assistants. You will provide technical coordination and guidance to the Procurement Officers, overseeing the development and review of procurement guidelines, policies, templates, and process visualizations. Additionally, you will coordinate with the Team Lead Procurement & Logistics International to ensure coherence and efficiency in procurement processes. You will be responsible for building employees’ procurement skills through training sessions, advising internal clients on technical suitability and pricing, and managing the full procurement cycle. This includes obtaining and evaluating quotations, awarding contracts, conducting quality checks, and processing invoices. You will also support digitalization projects, review and approve purchase orders, and oversee day-to-day operations of Internal Services. Furthermore, you will plan and coordinate expansion and renovation works at properties managed by Welthungerhilfe, oversee tendering processes, and develop concepts for broader use of properties by external organizations.
Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, you must possess a university degree in a relevant field or a comparable qualification. You should have several years of relevant professional experience in procurement, internal services, or a related field. Experience in project management, including developing business cases and conducting feasibility studies, is essential. You should demonstrate an affinity for digital solutions and the ability to identify and implement process improvements. Strategic thinking and the ability to translate organizational priorities into practical actions are crucial, as well as the ability to use data and analysis to inform decisions and promote evidence-based decision-making within the team.
Educational Background:
A university degree in a relevant field is required for this position. This could include degrees in business administration, supply chain management, or other related disciplines that provide a solid foundation for understanding procurement and internal services.
Experience:
The position requires several years of relevant professional experience in procurement, internal services, or a related field. Candidates should have a proven track record in project management, demonstrating the ability to develop business cases and conduct feasibility studies effectively. Experience in managing teams and coordinating complex processes is also essential.
Languages:
Very good written and spoken German and English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders and clients.
Additional Notes:
This position is initially limited to one year, with the possibility of extension. The employment location will be Bonn, Germany. Welthungerhilfe offers fair compensation based on a transparent salary scale, flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, and a modern, agile work environment that embraces digitalization and innovation. The organization is committed to personal and professional growth, providing access to diverse learning and development opportunities. Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment, welcoming applications from suitably qualified individuals from all sections of the community.
Welthungerhilfe is a prominent non-governmental organization dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty worldwide. Established in 1962, it has grown to employ thousands of individuals across various countries, focusing on sustainable development and humanitarian aid. The organization operates in numerous countries, providing assistance to those in need and advocating for security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and social justice. Welthungerhilfe is committed to transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in its operations, ensuring that its mission aligns with the needs of the communities it serves.
Job Overview:
As the Team Lead Procurement HQ & Internal Services, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Internal Service and Procurement HQ teams. This position involves team coordination, managing information flow, and communication across various departments. You will act as the local project lead for building management assessments and contribute to the digitalization of tools and processes within the procurement domain at HQ. Your leadership will be essential in developing the skills of your team members and ensuring that procurement processes align with organizational goals and sustainability criteria.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will include managing and developing the Procurement Officers and Internal Services team, which encompasses facility management, reception, property administration, and student assistants. You will provide technical coordination and guidance to the Procurement Officers, overseeing the development and review of procurement guidelines, policies, templates, and process visualizations. Additionally, you will coordinate with the Team Lead Procurement & Logistics International to ensure coherence and efficiency in procurement processes. You will be responsible for building employees’ procurement skills through training sessions, advising internal clients on technical suitability and pricing, and managing the full procurement cycle. This includes obtaining and evaluating quotations, awarding contracts, conducting quality checks, and processing invoices. You will also support digitalization projects, review and approve purchase orders, and oversee day-to-day operations of Internal Services. Furthermore, you will plan and coordinate expansion and renovation works at properties managed by Welthungerhilfe, oversee tendering processes, and develop concepts for broader use of properties by external organizations.
Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, you must possess a university degree in a relevant field or a comparable qualification. You should have several years of relevant professional experience in procurement, internal services, or a related field. Experience in project management, including developing business cases and conducting feasibility studies, is essential. You should demonstrate an affinity for digital solutions and the ability to identify and implement process improvements. Strategic thinking and the ability to translate organizational priorities into practical actions are crucial, as well as the ability to use data and analysis to inform decisions and promote evidence-based decision-making within the team.
Educational Background:
A university degree in a relevant field is required for this position. This could include degrees in business administration, supply chain management, or other related disciplines that provide a solid foundation for understanding procurement and internal services.
Experience:
The position requires several years of relevant professional experience in procurement, internal services, or a related field. Candidates should have a proven track record in project management, demonstrating the ability to develop business cases and conduct feasibility studies effectively. Experience in managing teams and coordinating complex processes is also essential.
Languages:
Very good written and spoken German and English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders and clients.
Additional Notes:
This position is initially limited to one year, with the possibility of extension. The employment location will be Bonn, Germany. Welthungerhilfe offers fair compensation based on a transparent salary scale, flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, and a modern, agile work environment that embraces digitalization and innovation. The organization is committed to personal and professional growth, providing access to diverse learning and development opportunities. Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment, welcoming applications from suitably qualified individuals from all sections of the community.
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