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Associate Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain Management System
Associate Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain Management System
Position Summary
| Position Title |
Associate Procurement Specialist - Supply Chain Management System |
| Organization Name |
Crown Agents USA, Inc. [click name to learn more about the organization]
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| Job Category |
Logistics - |
| Global Health Area |
All Health Areas - |
| Location |
Project Management Office Arlington, VAUnited States
38° 52' 53.6844" N, 77° 6' 12.0204" W
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| Position Type |
full-time |
| Salary |
Not Disclosed |
| Experience |
1-2 Years |
| Language Requirements |
English |
| Desired Education Level |
Bachelors Degree |
| Reports To |
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| Opening Date |
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| Date Posted Here |
Mon, 24/08/2009 - 2:37pm |
| Closing Date |
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| Job Tracking ID |
09-37 |
Position Description
Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking an Associate Procurement Specialist for the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) Project in our Rosslyn, Virginia Project Management Office (PMO).
Our Business
Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is a U.S. incorporated international development company providing direct supply chain services, technical assistance and training to improve governance and economic growth. CA-USA is part of the Crown Agents international group, which works for the public and private sectors in more than 100 countries, as well as for international donors and development institutions. Crown Agents has a core staff of over 1000 employees in more than 35 countries.
Role & Responsibilities
To provide a professional international procurement services to the SCMS project; ensuring that SCMS procurement policies and operating procedures are followed in the purchasing of quality assured commodities to target timescales at a competitive price.
Responsibilities and Duties
Purchasing
To purchase healthcare goods and services in compliance with donor regulations, end user requirements and appropriate procedures and standards of ethical procurement, through the following:
Sourcing
• Clarify specifications with client/technical specialists to fully understand requirements
• Identify sources to meet specifications using international sources
• Ensure all commodities meet quality standards and pass USG/FDA tests of Quality, Efficacy and Safety Coordinate procurement activities of SCMS in liaison with CA UK and in country teams
• Appraise supplier performance and manage supplier relationships.
Bidding
• Prepare and issue tender documents
• Evaluate tenders taking into consideration relevant criteria and ability to comply with terms and conditions.
• Make recommendation and confirm order with the in country client through Project Management Office
• Negotiate cost reductions with suppliers where appropriate
Contract Management
• Prepare contract order.
• Liaise with supplier/Shipping Coordinator as necessary to ensure timely collection from suppliers, shipping and delivery
• Check supplier invoices and arrange payment.
• Resolve post contract complaints and issues
Client Relationship
Maintain an on-going relationship with the client and all stakeholders, keeping them informed, responding to needs and developing solutions.
Any other duties as appropriate to the position, as requested
Necessary Skills and Qualifications
• Undergraduate Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Post Grad business/professional procurement qualification desirable.
• Background in health procurement using USAID /US Gov regulations.
How to Apply
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