Logistics Officer (Retail & Contracting) – Consultant level I – Mogadishu
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- Job description
- Vacancy Announcement No – JR112690
- Job Title: Logistics Officer – Retail & Contracting
- Contract Type/Grade: Consultant Level I
- Duty Station: Mogadishu
- Contract Duration: 6 months – Renewable.
- Date of Issue: May 21, 2025 | Closing Date: May 30, 2025
- KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)
- • Lead the implementation of full cycle source-to-contract processes of moderate and high complexity logistics service requirements including, but not limited to issuing competitive procedures, and evaluating offers (e.g., issuing calls, evaluating offers and negotiating/awarding contracts), to ensure successful contracting of transport, warehouse, and services.
- • Contribute to the development and implementation of supply chain plans and procedures, in line with the transport manual and other relevant guidelines to achieve operational and cost efficiencies, responsiveness and reliability of logistics services.
- • Lead the periodic review of shortlists to ensure an appropriate contractor base and prepare Expression of Interest (EOI) to include relevant contractors when applicable. Evaluate documentation received from prospective companies and recommend their inclusion.
- • Lead the preparation and overall processing of Requests for Quotations (RFQ) for all contracts required for the implementation of WFP Logistics operations in Somalia and the same disseminated as per WFP approved systems.
- • Prepare and review analysis of submitted offers ensuring an appropriate balance of costs and capacity.
- • Ensure the organization of all required meetings related to the contracting process including Logistics Contracting Committees are well informed to support decision-making.
- • Prepare and disseminate information regarding contract status and any other required information including minutes, Expression of Interest (EOI), Contract Awards, and Note for Record (NFR) documents.
- • Consolidate and analyze relevant market data to inform the design of logistics services taking into consideration key variables such as fuel costs and competition.
- • Work in close collaboration with cross-functional counterparts to align Contracting activities and promote an integrated supply-chain approach to transport and service assistance.
- • Monitor and manage contract validity dates and other relevant information regarding active agreements ensuring proactive planning of needs and contracting requirements.
- • Maintain period performance review cycles to ensure contractors are compliant with expected performance benchmarks and agreed terms and conditions for services being delivered.
- • Contribute to the development of contract management tools, templates, methods, and processes for contracts and champion a transformative agenda to modernize the contracting workstream based on technology and best practices.
- • Manage, advise and develop the workforce involved in contracting activities. Supervise the work of support staff, providing practical advice and guidance, to ensure individual and team objectives are delivered to agreed standards and deadlines.
- • Provide strategic leadership on Supply Chain market and risk assessment reports and recommendations for management decision as required for CBT intervention designs and/or expansion.
- • Map the Supply Chain of selected food commodities from production/point of entry to relevant retail markets with recommendations for management decision.
- • Develop and maintain an active/up-to-date database and/or shortlist of Retailers/Merchants and Financial Service Providers (FSPs).
- • Participate actively and support the contracting of CBT vendors either through new contracts or the renewal of existing ones.
- Skills and qualifications
- Education: Advanced University Degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Management, International Relations, or any other related fields.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of relevant professional work experience with advanced University Degree OR first University degree with a minimum of four (4) or more years of relevant experience – of which a minimum of two (2) years must be directly in Supply Chain. Previous experience in contracting and procurement activities is a desirable.
- Language: Fluent knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and Somali language.
- Knowledge and Skills Required:
- • Solid knowledge of procurement and contract management.
- • Understanding of logistics, supply chain, and CBT operations.
- • Skilled in market analysis and cost evaluation.
- • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- • Strong team leadership and communication skills.
- This position is open to qualified international candidates. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. WFP offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.
- How to apply
- Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the link below:
- • External Applicants: Click here!
- • Internal Applicants: Click here!
- Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. WFP is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
- Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.
- WFP does not charge any application fees to candidates.
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