CRS JOB ADVERT-INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
CRS is recruiting for the position of Logistics Manager.
If you are interestedand your profile matches the requirements, please read the below job description and follow the instructions to submit your application package.
Job Title: Logistics Manager
Department: Mc Govern-Dole Food for Education / Supply Chain Management
Reports To: Supply Chain Manager
Country/Location: CRS-Sierra Leone- Freetown
CRS Background
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
Country Background
CRS launched its work in Sierra Leone in 1963 supporting relief and development operations in the country. CRS Sierra Leone has proudly maintained a strong reputation and relationship with partners and the communities we serve in the country implementing a multi-sector program portfolio. Today, the Country Program has a robust portfolio built around several major programs in Health, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Education. CRS Sierra Leone has its main office in Freetown and northern region field office in Kabala, with over 140 staff in total.
Job Summary:
You will manage all activities related to the quantification, shipment, receipt, storage/warehousing, dispatch, and distribution of goods to advance the delivery of high-quality programming to the poor and vulnerable within the CRS implementation of the USDA-funded McGovern-Dole (MGD) International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program titled “All Pikin for Learn” in 15 Chiefdoms in Koinandugu and Falaba Districts.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with direct reports and programming leads to run pipeline analyses, synchronize the supply of goods with programming needs, and ensure quality and efficiency of processes in compliance with CRS and donor regulations and international and local inventory accountability standards and requirements
- Manage the determination of logistics service requirements, desired specifications and delivery schedules, ensuring proper coordination and communication. Anticipate and identify potential or actual problems in the supply chain which may affect the short-term or long-term availability of individual goods and act to address those problems.
- Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports. Monitor and assess performance to ensure adequate capacity for successful support of high-quality programming.
- Identify and assess transportation resources, storage facilities, leasing options, and any other logistics services. Maintain and oversee relationships with port operations, freight forwarders, customs clearing agents and key suppliers. Participate in coordination meetings to ensure planning and coordination of supply chain management activities.
- Plan and manage the distribution chain from port of arrival to beneficiary distribution sites or disposal. Proactively mitigate security risks. Oversee and ensure the proper execution of the dispatch plan; work with programs staff to verify the dispatch plan’s adherence to the distribution plan. Work with the Transport Officer and Warehouse Manager for efficient product movement.
- Ensure high-quality preparation of accurate and complete product movement reports.
- Create and maintain the proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for the sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to small deficiencies. Provide capacity strengthening guidance to staff and partners, which includes cross-departmental learning.
Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or other relevant degree required. Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, other relevant Master’s strongly, or equivalent experience strongly preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years work experience in supply chain/logistics management, with progressive responsibility, preferably with relief supply chain management.
- Knowledge and experience with transportation, inventory management and distribution.
- Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment, including experience with designing and facilitating trainings.
- Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation and common customs regulations.
- Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio). Experience with commodity tracking systems is a plus.
Agency-wide Competencies:
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Treats people with dignity and respect;
- Challenges unethical or misguided decisions;
- Applies agency policies appropriately and consistently;
- Establishes priorities and meets deadlines;
- Presents information and decisions in a transparent and effective manner;
- Demonstrates diplomacy, flexibility, and resourcefulness;
- Analyzes and improves own skills to achieve goals;
- Looks inside and outside CRS to identify innovations.
Personal Skills
- Strong planning, coordination, prioritization, and time management skills
- Strong analytical skills with ability to make independent judgment and decisions
- Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
- Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented
- Ability to work collaboratively and promote a team environment
Travel Required
(include percentage of required travel, if applicable)
Up to 25% travel to the fields to assess road network and storage condition.
Key Working Relationships
Supervisory: Warehouse Managers (2)
Internal: Supply Chain Manager, supply chain and operations staff,Senior MGD Team, Head of Programs, Head of Operations, Risk and Compliance Manager, Management Quality staff
External: Local Government entities, third-party logistics service providers, surveyor, transporters, clearing and forwarding agent
Agency-Wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Trusting Relationship
- Professional Growth
- Partnership
- Accountability
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is: 18 July 2019