Procurement and Logistics Analyst

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org.

PSI is seeking a Procurement and Logistics Analyst to provide support to its procurement and logistics function. This position will have interaction with the local and international staff of PSI, as well as with a wide variety of suppliers and PSI business partners. This position reports to the Director and is based in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

Track and report quarterly and yearly departmental and organizational productivity and overall cost effectiveness

Track and report PSI's Monthly Executive Financials

Research new product specifications, standards, and suppliers

Evaluate new vendors and products per PSI and international standards

Responsible for drafting and maintaining consultant agreements and processing consultant services purchase order

Assist in Invitation for Bids process by performing references and financial analysis

Maintain and/or develop department database systems

Conduct surveys to solicit feedback from relevant constituents and analyze results

Maintain and update PSI product artwork database

Update procurement and logistics manuals

Develop field guides for procurement, logistics, warehousing and storage

Liaise with PSI field offices on quality assurance and external reporting matters

Support the department's capacity building activities

Provide general administrative support

Special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

2+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, results-driven position

Research quantitative and qualitative analysis skills

Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Spreadsheet-building skills and detail-orientation

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

An ability to perform a variety of tasks with varying levels of responsibilities

Commitment to deadlines

Familiarity with Lawson and other ERP systems

Advanced oral and written French language skills highly desired

Ability to work independently and in collaboration with fellow team members and other PSI departments

Ability to set priorities, with flexibility in the face of changing priorities and deadlines

Candidate must possess sound judgment, follow through on assignments, and have experience using word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet software.

Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of an additional foreign language; experience in a non-profit and/or international development organization; familiarity with international health issues (particularly HIV/AIDS, family planning, maternal and child health); knowledge of USAID and the international donor community; and an interest in private sector approaches to development.

APPLY ONLINE at http://www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.