Supply Chain Manager 277 views

The position is for Nationals only!

Department:  Programming

About CRS 

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. 

CRS has been supporting activities continuously in The Gambia since 1964 and has long-standing relationships with partners and communities. CRS’ current programming in the Gambia includes work in  malaria, agricultural livelihoods, microfinance (SILC), migration and peace building with a particular focus on youth in the Gambia and the effects of climate change.  CRS has recently won a $28.5 million dollar, 5-year project funded by the United States Department of Agriculture through their McGovern-Dole Food for Education program to assist the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MoBSE) to expand the Home-Grown School Feeding program.  CRS is recruiting qualified staff to implement the project entitled Na Dinding O la Karango leh Kumayata” (NDOKK) which in the Mandinka language means “Our Children’s Education is our Priority” in 186 schools in 4 regions in the Gambia. This position will be based in Banjul, The Gambia. 

Job Summary:  

As part of the McGovern-Dole Food for Education project NDOKK, you will coordinate the implementation of all day-to-day logistics activities to ensure all programs and operations have the goods and services needed when they need them in support of high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. Your knowledge and experience will allow you to coordinate commodity and logistics needs and challenges and the implementation of solutions, as you apply the principles of stewardship, integrity, transparency, and accountability. 

Roles and Key Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with direct reports and programming leads to strengthen the pipeline and supply chain management plan. Manage the determination of procurement and logistics service requirements, desired specifications and delivery schedules, and how sourcing strategies are defined, ensuring proper coordination and communication. 
• Ensure accountability and transparency of all supply chain operations in compliance with CRS and donor regulations, and international and local standards and requirements. 
• Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports. Monitor and assess performance to ensure adequate capacity for successful support of high quality programming.  
• Lead design and implementation of a strategic sourcing and procurement process to identify, assess, select and contract suppliers that will deliver the maximum value for money to the organization. In close coordination with the procurement team oversee relationships with key suppliers and assess supplier performance.  
• Manage logistical infrastructure, storage facilities and transportation resources. Oversee application of systems and procedures for inventory and commodity transportation, warehousing, and distribution, as well as for vehicle management to ensure proper handling and safeguarding of assets. Ensure related safety and security protocols are implemented. 
• Oversee inventory control and the management of comprehensive goods tracking and record keeping systems throughout the whole supply chain cycle, from time of request until time of delivery. Ensure timely preparation and submission of various reports. 
• Create and maintain the proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for the sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to small deficiencies. Provide capacity strengthening guidance, which includes cross-departmental learning. 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or other relevant degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in supply chain/logistics/procurement management with progressive responsibilities, preferably with relief supply chain management. 
• Knowledge of and experience with various public donors’ regulations. Understanding of the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR), WHO regulations and Generally Accepted Commodity Accountability Principles (GACAP)
• Knowledge of national and international import/export legislation and common customs regulations. 
• Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment. 
• Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Experience with ERP systems is a plus. 

Required Languages – Fluency in English with at least one local language (Mandinka, Wolof, Jola) spoken; 

Travel Must be willing and able to travel up to 30 %. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent planning, coordination, prioritization, and time management skills 
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to make independent judgment and decisions
• Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics 
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented 
• Ability to work collaboratively 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, other relevant Master’s strongly, or equivalent experience strongly preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus. 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)  

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.  

• Integrity  
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation 
• Builds Relationships  

• Develops Talent 
• Strategic Mindset 
• Accountability & Stewardship 

Supervisory Responsibilities (Warehouse Officer and LRP Officer) 

Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: HoOP, Head of Office,Procurement Manager, HoP, Finance  Manager and Program Managers

External : Regional SCM, Global Supply Chain

 ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.  

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.  

 CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. 

 CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please apply by sending your CV, Cover letter and other relevant documents to GM_HR@crs.org with the position in the subject line.

Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply!

Application deadline is; July 19th, 2026.