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Global hunger has reached alarming levels in 2022, and WFP, the Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2020, remains dedicated to addressing this global food crisis. To enhance the efficiency and impact of our global initiatives, WFP is relocating key corporate functions within procurement and supply chain from its headquarters (Rome, Italy) to the UAE. The UAE, chosen for its strategic location, stability, advanced infrastructure, markets, expertise, and innovation, is hosting the newly established Global Supply Chain Support Center.
Dubai Procurement Centre:
In the dynamic landscape of addressing global hunger, WFP is centralizing some procurement functions to the newly established Global Supply Chain Support Center in Dubai. This Center is pivotal in procuring end-to-end for domains 3 (Premises Rent & Utilities), 4 (Construction & Engineering Services), 5 (Safety & Security), 14 (NFI Transport, Warehousing, and Handling), and 15 (Vehicles and Spare Parts). Additionally, it oversees Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for these domains globally and SRM for food commodities at the regional level.
Under the supervision of the Senior Procurement Officer P5 (Leading the procurement unit in UAE), the procurement performance management officer will support the Global Operational Support Center in Dubai to become the most efficient, innovative, and customer-oriented hub for Procurement and Supplier Relationship Management, optimizing processes and achieving ambitious targets.
JOB TITLE: Procurement Officer (Performance Management & Reporting)
Externally advertised as Procurement Performance Management Officer
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract (SC)
JOB LEVEL: SC 8
UNIT/DIVISION: Global Operational Support Center
DUTY STATION (City, Country): Dubai, UAE
DURATION: 12 Months with a possibility of extension
SALARY: Salary starts from AED 32,255.04 per month plus medical insurance.
Education: University degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, International Business Law and Business Administration or other related field. CIPS level 2 certificate or equivalent is a requirement.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of operational experience in procurement (public and private sector), ideally in a fast-paced international environment adopting best-in-class procurement practices.
Language: Proficiency in English.
• Extensive experience and expertise in procurement processes and systems, ideally gained through optimization exercises within globally established organizations.
• Proven ability to set and achieve ambitious targets and KPIs, driving continuous improvement in procurement and SRM activities.
• Proficient in data compilation, analysis, and report generation. Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Skillful in developing detailed dashboards and reports.
• Good team player to drive performance excellence.
• Strong understanding of market trends and dynamics to anticipate challenges and propose informed solutions.
Purpose
People
Performance
Partnership
Capability Name | Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level |
Tendering & Contracting | Demonstrates ability to establish and manage small contracts/ portions of larger contracts that enhance the value WFP obtains from its engagements (e.g., cost, efficiency, quality). |
Vendor Management | Demonstrates working knowledge and understanding of the supplier network and business needs to effectively select vendors that meet the selection criteria. |
Commodity/Product/Service Intelligence | Selects appropriate products and/or services in own area based on a basic understanding of sources, country requirements, and public procurement principles/practices. |
Systems & Reporting | Demonstrates strong understanding of procurement systems, Corporate operating System and tools to conduct range of analyses and generate reports to drive decision making. |
Ethics & Compliance | Demonstrates ability to collect, collate and report records relating to ethics and compliance to assist in the analysis of audit findings. |
Only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified.
11 March 2024
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