Buyer (Procurement Officer)

About the role

The ICRC is hiring a Buyer in Myitkyina, reporting to the Logistics Site Manager. The Buyer is responsible for procuring goods for the ICRC, overseeing the process from the initial requisition order to final delivery, while strictly following purchasing procedures, financial limits and the Code of Conduct.

Key responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services under minimum supervision, including tender preparation, contract drafting and addendums, from requisition order to delivery
• Ensure correct purchasing procedures, obtain the best prices for quality and ensure quality inspection of goods
• Maintain a supplier register and negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers
• Respect financial procedures, check and process supplier invoices and settle working advances on time
• Receive validated supply requests, determine specifications and follow up until goods are delivered
• Maintain purchase files in a paperless, auditable format and report market changes to management

Required profile

• University degree or equivalent experience
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience
• Strong motivation for humanitarian work and a proactive attitude
• Excellent command of English and full proficiency in the Myanmar language

Required skills

• Good knowledge of digital tools
• Excellent writing and summarizing skills
• Robust organizational and prioritization capacities
• Autonomy, adaptability and effective communication in a multicultural team

What we offer

• A 12-month contract that is extendable
• Initial training and on-boarding
• Competitive compensation including medical coverage and transportation allowances
• Training opportunities for professional and personal development