Job description

Why Choose IntraHealth

At IntraHealth, we are a global team of creative, committed humanitarians on a mission. We are advocates, technologists, health workers, and communicators. Program officers, finance experts, and technical leaders. We are passionate and diverse. And we’re united in our belief that everyone everywhere should have the health care they need to thrive. That’s why we work every day to improve the performance of health workers around the world and strengthen the systems in which they work.

For almost 40 years in over 100 countries, IntraHealth has partnered with local communities to make sure health workers are present where they’re needed most, ready to do the job, connected to the technology they need, and safe to do their very best work.

Our programs are designed with a deep understanding of and appreciation for the context of human rights, gender equality and discrimination, economic empowerment, and changing populations. And the longstanding relationships we’ve built with government agencies, private-sector partners, and members of civil society make our efforts stronger and more effective.

Join us and together we can make lasting changes in global health—for all of us.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibility of the Supply Chain Senior Officer is to provide a supply service (including receiving, processing, storage and delivery) of medical and non-medical consumables of IntraHealth. S/he will report directly to the VMMC Program Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Count stock levels in the Intra Health’s Stock areas and produce reports.
Pick and pack Stock for distribution to VMMC static and outreach sites
Keep the Intra Health Stock areas organized, tidy and correctly labeled.
Liaise regularly with the department managers in regards to their Stock needs.
Inventory, Receiving and Delivery
Unpack, check, label, split into delivery units and store all stock and other items as directed.
Ensure stock rotation.
Checking stock regularly at VMMC sites and ensure proper stock documentation
Obtain confirmation signatures where necessary.
Receive, accept and unload all deliveries.
Monitoring stocks levels and establish reorder levels and keep updated stock bin card.
Tracking of items from warehouse to service delivery point.
Overseeing arrival of shipments, supervise off-loading.
Provide assistance and advice on stock issues to all Intra Health management and staff.

Participate in on-going quality improvement and accreditation activities as required;
Performs duties in accordance with Intra Health policies, guidelines and relevant legislation

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Logistics or materials management or business administration.
Minimum of five years of professional experience in a related field

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Proven skill in working successfully in a highly organized and systematic manner in a service focused and busy environment.
Good written & verbal communication skills including the use of e-mail.
At least two years’ experience in warehousing and/or logistics.
Understanding of “just in time” and min/max stock control principles.
Proven ability to use initiative, self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
Proven commitment to providing an efficient, helpful and friendly service to customers.
Proven ability to successfully undertake complex tasks and meet deadlines
Proven commitment to continual quality improvement

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

Employee must wear business attire;
Minimum noise levels in an office environment;
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines;
Office environment requiring sitting at a desk most of the day, using hands to operate a computer and other office equipment;
Requires lifting of 0-10 lbs occasionally or as needed;
Ability to work an irregular schedule on occasion with the ability to travel frequently and on short notice.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides itself on its comprehensive benefits package. We offer competitive salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.

IntraHealth International is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. This is also to include inquiry about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.

To apply and learn more about IntraHealth Careers @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careers

Learn more about “Who We Are” @: http://www.intrahealth.org/section/about-us1

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience

2 year(s): Experience in warehousing and/or logistics.
5 year(s): Professional experience in a related field

Education

Bachelors or better in Logistics /Supply Chain Management or related field.