Procurement Manager

About the role:

ARK is currently supporting the delivery of capacity building for security actors in Haiti and Jamaica, as well as delivering development and stabilization programming through a team based in Haiti. As a Procurement Manager at ARK, you will directly support and enable the project team in Haiti and Jamaica to achieve their objectives while minimizing operational, commercial, and compliance risks. Collaborating closely with the Head of Logistics and Procurement (L&P) and Project Managers, you will implement best procurement practices to drive impactful results by sourcing and supplying goods and services from local, regional, and international suppliers and managing the receipt, storage, movement, and issue of goods.

What you’ll be doing:

What you’ll be doing

As focal point for all procurement activity for the project team, you’ll be working with team members to all procurement meets internal, external, legal, and ethical conventions, that the purchased goods and services are fit for purpose, and that they represent value for money. In support of this you’ll ensure that accurate procurement records are maintained for audits and reports, ensuring transparency and accountability. You’ll also issue, manage, and maintain assets and inventory, ensuring checks occur and reports are submitted per the inventory inspection schedule.

A proactive problem-solver, you’ll identify and resolve potential bottlenecks and issues early to ensure a smooth flow of activity and approvals throughout all stages of the procurement process, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to project deadlines. You’ll also actively manage supplier performance (delivery, quality, service); resolve issues and address disputes and sub-optimal performance.

Finally, you will develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of donor funding regulations and provide guidance, assistance, and training to project colleagues to enhance their proficiency, ensuring adherence to funding requirements and improving overall project procurement execution.

About you:

You’ll be suited to this position if you’re an experienced supply chain professional with extensive knowledge of functional and strategic procurement processes. You will have proven leadership skills, effective management capabilities, and the ability to operate in a dynamic industry.

The full person specification and essential / desirable skills are accessible through the links below.