Snr Supply and Logistics Assistant GS-7, FT, UNICEF Supply Division, Copenhagen

UNICEF Supply Division in Copenhagen is seeking a Snr Supply and Logistics Assistant, GS-7 level. The position will be effective from 1 January 2018

Snr Supply and Logistics Assistant GS-7 level

UNICEF Supply Division, Copenhagen

Fixed Term position from 1 January 2018

UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world.

For every child, commitment

This position is located within the Plan & Source unit of the Warehouse and Inventory Management Centre in UNICEF Supply Division, Copenhagen, which supports UNICEF’s work for children by developing relevant policies, providing guidance in the management of the inventory/warehouse to the country offices and manage Supply Division controlled warehouses in Copenhagen and the hubs enabling Supply Division respond to emergencies and regular programme globally.

How can you make a difference?

The incumbent will support the Supply and Logistics Manager in the Warehouse and Inventory Management Centre in the replenishment and inventory management of the Copenhagen warehouse and the hubs with an optimal stock levels to meet demand for all standard stock materials maintained in the various SD storage locations and achieving the right balance between optimal service level and cost effective inventory level.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Develops, maintains and monitors the Inventory Management Process in order to ensure an optimum inventory turnover, at the same time maintaining a high customer service level.

 2. Works closely with Country offices, Procurement Centers, Procurement Services and Emergency Coordinating Unit to be able to establish accurate forecasts and makes recommendation for commitment of warehouse funds for replenishment of stocks in Copenhagen warehouse and the hubs.

3. Coordinates with Procurement Centers for expediting of warehouse replenishment orders, and make recommendation for change in mode of shipment or procurement from whole sellers to meet the demand.

4. Reviews demand patterns and works closely with Procurement Centers and makes recommendation in assessing the need for changes in LTA patterns.

5. Supports Supply and Logistics Manager in the improvement of the systems, testing of the new improvement initiatives and reports.

6. Manages Production Orders for all standard kits in the warehouse

7. Performs any other duties as requested by the Centre Chief.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

 Requirements:

• Completion of secondary education
• Relevant courses in logistics and planning processes
• Minimum of 7 years of professional work experience in the area of inventory management.
• Work experience in Procurement and Logistics function
• Strong knowledge of SAP, including coding and programming
• IT super user level skills preferably in MM and PP modules
• Fluency in English
• Residency and valid work permit for Denmark

Desirables:

• Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian)
• Knowledge of Danish

For every Child, you demonstrate…

Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. In addition, the following functional competencies will be required for this position:

• Analysing
• Applying Technical Expertise
• Planning and Organising
• Following Instructions & Procedures

To view our competency framework, please click here: https://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

Remarks

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

The closing date of this position is 30 August 2017.

Please be informed that all applications to UNICEF are handled via UNICEF's online recruiting system. Kindly note that all applications should be in English and that applications outside of the online recruiting system will not be accepted. Kindly also note that diversity and gender balance are factors in the selection process.  Queries can be directed to Lilia Winkel-Petersen at lwinkel@unicef.org

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