Job Description
Job profile: The Supply Chain and Logistics Advisor- Pharmaceuticals and Non-Pharmaceutical Commodities is a vital member of the Program structure. This role requires him/her to carry out a range of responsibilities which is centered on supervising and managing the provision of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical services for the project in states; and oversee the development and coordination of KP CARE 2 Project commodity management, supply chain and logistics key performance indicators and systems
Job role: The successful candidate will perform the following functions:
- Develop and deploy strategies and tracking tools to track, analyze, reconcile, and report supply chain performance across all levels.
- Make necessary administrative and logistic arrangements to deliver the procured commodities at the warehouse(s) and other storage points.
- ensuring quality throughout the supply chain cycle.
- Monitor product distribution to ensure compliance with product handling that guarantees quality at the point of use.
- Manage the process of engaging third-party logistics agents for product warehousing and transport to storage hubs and end users.
- Work with the KP CARE 2 Project Program Team to deliver appropriate documentation and guidance on all PSM-related deliverables.
- Advise the Project team on the adherence to the donor policy on quality assurance of relevant health commodities with the aim of enhancing Project implementation.
Qualifications/Experience:
- A minimum of a first degree in Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Purchasing and supply, Health and Health related field.
- CIPs certification/affiliation and a Master’s degree in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
- A minimum of seven (7) years cognate experience in the development and delivery of cost-effective and efficient logistics and supply chain Strategies to ensure Value for Money.
- Demonstrated ability through previous experience to establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.
- Planning and organizational skills.
- Drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing
- Customer orientation and drive for results