Supplier Relationship Management Officer

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:

This job is found in Harare, WFP Zimbabwe Country Office. The job holder reports to the Head of Supply Chain, or the designate. Job holder operates with a high degree of independence, and guide staff to ensure effective procurement services including planning, organization and coordination, and setting objectives.

JOB PURPOSE

To lead transparent, timely and cost-effective procurement of food, non-food items and services for WFP Zimbabwe, while strengthening planning, market intelligence, compliance, risk management and cross-functional collaboration. The role supports programme delivery and emergency preparedness through an integrated supply chain approach.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the Country Office Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Vendor Management and Donor Vetting functions.
• Lead supplier registration, due diligence, donor vetting, re-vetting, exemption and extension processes
• Develop and implement the Country Office Supplier Relationship Management Strategy, Roadmap and SOPs
• Lead supplier performance management activities, including supplier segmentation, evaluations, performance reviews, corrective action plans and supplier development initiatives.
• Manage supplier databases, vetting records, reporting tools and documentation repositories, ensuring data integrity, accuracy and audit readiness.
• Conduct market research, supplier mapping and supplier risk assessments to strengthen the supplier base, improve market intelligence and support procurement planning.
• Develop supplier performance dashboards, compliance reports and analytical products, providing recommendations to management on supplier performance, risks and opportunities.
• Serve as the focal point for supplier management and donor vetting matters, providing technical advice and guidance to Procurement, Programme, Finance, Partnerships and other stakeholders.
• Lead supplier engagement and capacity-building initiatives to improve supplier performance, compliance and understanding of WFP requirements.
• Support audits, donor reviews and compliance exercises, ensuring timely provision of information and implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

Advanced University degree in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Engineering, Legal or Accounting or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses. 

Experience:

• Three or more years' work experience in procurement, public and government funds, with experience in conducting cost analyses, working with vendors and or partners with additional supervisory experience.
• Experience working in the international development/humanitarian sectors an advantage.
• Experience supervising staff, delegating, and coordinating work, and ensuring high-quality, timely outputs.

Knowledge & Skills         

Knowledge and understanding of the supplier network and business needs to effectively select vendors that meet the selection criteria. Strong understanding of procurement systems, Corporate operating System and tools to conduct range of analyses and generate reports to drive decision making

• Ability to establish and manage small contracts/ portions of larger contracts that enhance the value WFP obtains from its engagements (e.g., cost, efficiency, quality).
• Ability to produce high-quality written materials, including graphically based presentations, reports and reference materials.
• Ability to interact with leaders and external audiences with maturity and tact.
• Ability to work in a team and establish effective working relations with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• High capacity for organization and coordination, as well as an ability to work with a high degree of collaboration with various type of teams.
• Strong time management skills with an ability to plan, anticipate requirements, problems and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solver, follow-through skills and sense of accountability and process ownership.
• Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
• Able to supervise and manage more junior staff, appropriately delegating tasks and ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables.
• Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN WFP.
• Strong conceptual thinking.

Languages:

 Fluency in oral and written English language. Intermediate knowledge of other UN languages is a plus.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.