Procurement and Logistics Coordinator - Alexandria, United States - Islamic Relief USA

Islamic Relief USA

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Alexandria, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Title:
Procurement and Logistics Coordinator

Status:
Full-time

Location:
Alexandria, VA

Department:
Operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Procure and compile program supplies and prepare RFP's for seasonal projects.
Use and build upon the existing list of national vendors for sourcing and purchasing.
Ability to negotiate favorable and competitive pricing, volume discounts and longterm contracts with suppliers.
Work within approved seasonal budget for procurements and logistics costs.
Develop and implement strategies for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, quality improvements and process efficiencies.
Develop, advise and adhere to purchasing policies, processes and procedures.
Coordinate national logistics through freight logistics carriers with a general understanding of freight shipping.
Carryout warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.
Manage and monitor the purchasing process, tracking maintenance supplies and deliveries;
Manage and maintain accurate inventories
Performs other jobs as assigned.

Competencies and Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and at least three (3) years of related work experience managing procurement/purchasing, or an Associate's Degree and at least 5 years of related experience.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with diverse stakeholders in a diplomatic manner.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Technical proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and other project management systems.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fastpaced work setting with diplomacy and composure.
Selfmotivated with extensive knowledge of purchasing systems, software, and budgeting and strong interpersonal skills.
Must be detailoriented, demonstrate good judgment, integrity and be a team player.
Certification in supply chain management, procurement and/or logistics is a plus.
Competency in Netsuite and inventory management systems preferred.
Must have own transportation and valid driver's license
Must be eligible to work in the US.

**_At Islamic Relief USA we are committed to safeguarding and protecting all individuals we come into contact with through our work.

IRUSA representatives must adhere to its organizational values:
Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice, and Custodianship. In accordance with these values, IRUSA operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Code of Ethics, and Anti-Harassment and Discrimination._