Procurement Specialist-Lab
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Chemonics International Inc
Category: Procurement and Logistics
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as the primary contact for sourcing lab commodities and monitoring order fulfillment progress.
• Collaborate with the Procurement Advisor-Lab and DCP ISC Manager to ensure orders are processed and documentation complies with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Achieve at least 80% on-time delivery (OTD) and on-time in full (OTIF) by managing orders from request to delivery, including:
• Ensuring accuracy of delivery and financial commitments.
• Following protocols and securing internal (Finance, Risk) and external (USAID) approvals.
• Tracking cycle times, analyzing risks to orders, and proposing solutions, communicating progress to the Procurement Advisor and DCP ISC Manager.
• Liaising with GHSC-QA or FHI360 to ensure product testing and compliance with standards.
• Monitoring supplier adherence to contract commitments.
• Working with the Deliver/Return team to ensure timely delivery.
• Utilize procurement tools (e.g., ARTMIS) to ensure timely and accurate order placement for lab commodities.
• Support the Procurement Advisor-Lab in establishing and implementing Decentralized Procurement strategies for the PSM Uganda Program.
• Participate in regular reviews and updates of supply plans for lab commodities, collaborating with the Quantification Procurement Planning Unit (QPPU) to ensure timely and accurate supply plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Provide timely notifications of expected shipments to supply chain stakeholders (QPPU, Joint Medical Stores) to ensure warehouse readiness.
• Conduct regular verification of GHSC-PSM procured stock at the central warehouse and service delivery points (SDPs).
• Submit regular activity reports, including monthly and quarterly progress updates.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Procurement Advisor-Lab.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field; a master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in laboratory commodity supply chain management (forecasting, supply planning, procurement).
• Knowledge of USAID funding, contractual, and reporting requirements preferred; experience with USAID-funded health programs is a plus.
• Familiarity with distribution operating systems, logistics, and program procurement.
• Proficiency in MS Office (word processing and spreadsheets).
• Strong leadership, motivation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience using program information systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Level of Effort and Location
• Position Type: Full-time (8 hours/day)
• Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda, with intermittent travel within the country
• Supervision: Reports to the GHSC-PSM Procurement Advisor-Lab
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter highlighting your experience and an updated CV showcasing relevant qualifications to Ugandaprocurement@ghsc-psm.org by June 2, 2025.
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may close early if filled. Filling this role is contingent upon USAID approval and funding.
Disclaimer: This position is subject to USAID approval and funding availability.
Deadline: Expired
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