PROCUREMENT OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening)

The Procurement Officer manages procurement and contractual aspects of complex projects related to worldwide procurement of diverse goods and services. The role involves advising requisitioning units, conducting bid evaluations, negotiating contracts, and overseeing adherence to contractual agreements within the United Nations Office at Geneva.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and manages all procurement and contractual aspects of projects of significant complexity related to worldwide procurement of diverse services and commodities.
• Advises requisitioning units and recipient entities on the full range of procurement issues, providing support and guidance at all stages of the procurement cycle.
• Prepares/oversees preparation and distribution of invitations to tender and manages/conducts all aspects of bid/proposal evaluations.
• Formulates strategies and designs innovative solutions to resolve issues/conflicts for complex procurement projects.
• Establishes and maintains work program and schedule for ongoing contracts and newly-planned ones.
• Participates in negotiations with senior supplier representatives; signs procurement orders up to the authorized limit, and prepares submissions to the Contracts Committee for review and approval when exceeding authority.
• Conducts market research to keep abreast of market developments; researches and analyzes statistical data and market reports on the world commodity situation, production patterns and availability of goods and services.
• Identifies new technologies and products/services, evaluates and recommends potential supply sources and participates in the incorporation of research results into the procurement program.
• Oversees adherence to contractual agreements, recommends amendments and extensions of contracts, and advises concerned parties on contractual rights and obligations.
• Prepares a variety of procurement-related documents, contracts, communications, guidelines, instructions, etc.
• Provides guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, public administration, engineering, law, procurement, supply chain or a related field.
• A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.
• A professional certification such as the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 or equivalent is required.
• Certification in construction is desirable.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, administration or related area is required.
• 2 years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
• English and French are required at UN Level III for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Skills

• Procurement Management
• Contract Management
• Bid Evaluation
• Contract Negotiation
• Supply Chain Management
• Data Analytics
• Business Analytics
• Construction Project Procurement
• Project Procurement
• Administration
• Procurement Compliance
• Contractual Oversight
• Data Science
• Public Administration
• Business Administration

Languages

English, French