General Manager, Supply Chain Management, Sexual and Reproductive Health Commodities

International Planned Parenthood Federation

General Manager, Supply Chain Management, Sexual and Reproductive Health Commodities

 

London SE1

 

Salary £59,000 - £80,000 per annum plus excellent benefits

 

IPPF is a global service provider and a leading advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a world-wide movement of national organisations working with and for communities and individuals.

 

You will lead on strategic global procurement and supply chain management of SRH commodities across the Federation, with a focus on providing support and guidance to strengthen in-country logistics. You will strengthen and expand strategic partnerships with key donors, suppliers and others, e.g. the Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition, to support our Member Associations’ (MAs’) supply chain management of SRH commodities, with a focus on providing services for people who are poor, marginalized, socially excluded and under-served.

You have a degree or equivalent standard of education – ideally in the pharmaceutical, medical, public health, social science or related field. A CIPS Professional Diploma or equivalent supply-chain management qualification, and/or MCIPS designation is desirable. Significant exposure to international supply chain management, ideally in the INGO, health or pharmaceutical sectors is essential. Ideally that should include developing country experience. Knowledge of international donor procurement compliance rules and SRH knowledge/application is desirable. You must have a track record of practical application of the international supply chain management regulatory framework along with a thorough knowledge of tendering procedures and current supply chain contract legislation. In addition you have a track record in the development and management of robust supply chain management Quality Assurance programmes.     

 

You are an exceptional leader and strategist with excellent staff management skills (including virtual). You are a politically astute networker and can diplomatically influence at national, regional and international levels. You have excellent written communication skills and are fluent in English. French or Spanish is desirable. You are commercially astute with proven analytical and financial management skills. Strong project management skills to manage complex projects and processes are essential. With good IT skills you have a working knowledge of ERP systems. You are willing to travel internationally.

 

Applications must be submitted in English and by application form. CVs will not be accepted. For further information and an application form, please see our website www.ippf.org or contact Human Resources, IPPF, 4 Newhams Row, London SE1 3UZ Tel: + 44 (0)20 7939 8298 or email jobs@ippf.org  Application form available in Large Print, Audio or Braille. NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

 

Closing date:   Friday 28 June 2013 

 

Interview dates:  Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 July 2013

 

Anticipated start date: – Monday 2 September 2013

 

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

 

Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates openly living with HIV. IPPF is committed to equal opportunities and cultural diversity.  Candidates from all sections of the community are welcome to apply. This is a post for which IPPF will, if necessary, apply for a work permit. The granting of work permits is subject to regulation by the UK Border Agency.