Job description
Description
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Contract: Fixed term at 100%
Duration: 12 months
Deadline to apply: 21st July 2025
Starting date: October 2025
Compensation and benefits: MSF practice is to offer the C&B package current in the MSF entity establishing the contract.
*By default, the successful candidate will be offered a contract in the MSF office of their country of residence at the time of application.
I. MSF INTERNATIONAL
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural disasters. MSF offers assistance to people based only on need and irrespective of origins, religion, gender or political affiliation.
MSF International is the legal entity that binds MSF’s 24 sections, 27 associations and 18 branch offices together. Registered in Switzerland, MSF International provides coordination, information and support to the MSF Movement, as well as implements international projects and initiatives as requested.
II. POSITION BACKGROUND
The Intersectional Procurement Manager defines and implements the procurement strategy to answer the needs of the Operational Canters (OCs) present in the country. The objectives of this position are to mutualize the supplier base and prices, promote cost savings, reduce lead times, increase availability and transparency in compliance with MSF protocols, standards and procedures.
III. PLACE IN THE ORGANISATION
The Global procurement unit’s mission is to lead global procurement strategies, coordinate procurement efforts across all MSF entities. The Intersectional Procurement Manager is part of field team within the Global Procurement Unit of MSF International. He/she is accountable to the Supply/Logistics Coordinator of 5 MSF sections in the country and reports functionally to the Intersectional Procurement Advisor.
IV. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Based on the information (historical spend, budget and forecast) provided by procurement focal points of the OCs (Logistic/Supply Coordinators, SCTL and/or procurement MGR), build mapping of spend to identify procurement priorities and opportunities (key suppliers & categories).
In collaboration with procurement focal points of the OCs, define the intersectional procurement strategy including categories to be handled at intersectional level and its implementation roadmap.
Ensure a smooth collaboration with the OCs procurement focal points for all procurement related topics:
Ensure alignment of the OCs on the procurement strategy and objectives
Facilitate regular intersectional procurement meetings
Involve OC procurement focal points in the procurement processes led at intersectional level
Timely communicate on issues, opportunities or any important update related to intersectional procurement activity
- For each category managed at intersectional level and according to the priorities defined in the strategy:
Gather the needs from the OCs and support OCs in aligning criteria to perform the supplier selection process (codes, designation, specifications…)
Lead the sourcing and supplier selection process involving the OCs procurement focal points in each important decisions and the technical referent as required by the LOG/MED quality policies.
Set up the shared contracts or agreement and ensure relevant terms and conditions are endorsed by all OCs.
Monitor the intersectional procurement activity (contract terms, savings, lead time, supplier performance).
Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality of products and services provided meet standards.
Ensure the proper involvement of the key stakeholders (including technical referents for validation of sources) in order to have a successful implementation of the procurement strategy.
Conduct market assessments and benchmark analysis (including local, regional, and international sourcing options) in order to collect all required information to feed the procurement strategy.
Ensure technical support for his/her area of activity and providing coaching to staff of the OCs in order to contribute to the development of procurement best practices and capacity.
Requirements
Education: University degree in business administration, supply chain management or similar
Professional experience:
Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement including data analysis skills, sourcing, complex negotiation and contracting or a position in a different domain entailing the same components
A good knowledge base in supply chain processes and financial budgeting are required
Field missions in procurement /supply chain functions with MSF or another NGOs is desirable
Computer literacy: Proven ability to work with Office and ERP, in particular a good command of excel is a must
Language: fluency in English required; Arabic is an asset
Experience in project management is an added value
Ability to work transversally, in a multi-cultural environment and in remote mode is required
Analytical mindset, organizational skills and autonomy are a must
Result-orientation and customer service orientation are necessary
Proven diplomacy, ability to develop professional network and listening skills are required
Commitment to MSF values is compulsory.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
At MSF, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.
