Buyer

The Buyer manages the end-to-end procurement of goods and services to support the operational needs of the ICRC Manila delegation, ensuring full compliance with ICRC procedures. The role focuses on timely purchases with quality and value for the delegation.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that requests from internal customers are purchased in a timely and efficient manner, and in compliance with all ICRC procedures.
• Conducts research into the availability of goods and services.
• Drafts Requests for Tenders/Quotations, selection tables and contracts and submits them to their hierarchical validators.
• Follows up on purchases and deliveries and checks that they confirm with specifications and contract details.
• Receives goods and checks that they correspond to quality and quantities ordered.
• Ensures that payment for all supplier invoices are processed and paid on time.
• Ensures all reporting and compliance requirements are performed correctly and on time.

Requirements

• University degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Customs Administration, or equivalent.
• Knowledge in ERP software application is an advantage.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly in Excel and Word.
• Very good command of written and spoken English.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Purchasing and/or Logistics.
• Prior humanitarian work experience is an advantage.
• Background in construction or contracting is an asset.
• Driving skills is an advantage.

Skills

• Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing
• Logistics Management
• ERP Software
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Contract Management
• Humanitarian Procurement
• Driving Skills

Languages

English