You will manage all activities related to warehouse delivery/handling, receipt, stacking, storage, and dispatch  of goods in support of the delivery of high-quality programming to the poor and vulnerable. You will ensure  that goods donors entrust to the organization are physically safeguarded and remain healthy and intact in  the warehouse(s) and are properly accounted for in compliance with CRS and donor regulations and  international and local supply chain standards and requirements.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:  

Manage warehousing/storage facilities and all necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring they are  secured and maintained in excellent physical condition and quantities consistent with established  security, safety, care, and health requirements for storage and safeguarding. Ensure optimal space  and resources utilization.

Works in close collaboration and coordination with the Logistics Manager, the Transportation  Officer, and service providers to efficiently and effectively plan for and implement goods receipt,  storage, and dispatch per delivery schedules.

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.

Coordinate and supervise inbound and outbound goods handling and inspect and verify goods  receipts and dispatches against waybills to accurately account for quantities, shortages, damages,  losses, or unfit goods.

Implement inventory control systems for proper goods handling and accounting. Conduct cycle  counts for inventory accuracy and perform regular inspections to minimize risk. Support complete  physical inventories as needed.

Ensure the maintenance of up-to-date warehouse records (stock ledger, bin cards, loss status  reports, waybills, etc.) and filing systems for monitoring, control and reference. Coordinate and  oversee data recording in relevant systems. Prepare accurate and timely reports related to  inventory, stock control, and warehouse activities.

Basic Qualifications 

High school diploma required, or Degree in Logistics is a plus.

Minimum of 3 years work experience in inventory or warehouse management with progressive  responsibility and preferably with an international organization.

Knowledge and understanding of inventory management and control principles.

Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment, including  training experience.

Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word). Experience with database management systems (e.g.  MS Access) is a plus.

Required Languages – English, Krio, and any other local language in the area.

Travel – 10% field visit or country office if required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Strong planning, coordination, prioritization, and time management skills

Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics • Good communication and relationship management skills

Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented

Preferred Qualifications 

Professional certification in supply chain, accounting or finance preferred.

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff): 

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create  an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. 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.

Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.

Acts with Integrity – Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is  considered honest.

Builds and Maintains Trust – Shows consistency between words and actions.

Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.

Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to  learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies: 

Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility,  openness, and innovation.

Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and  enhance team and agency performance.

Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency  strategy and team priorities.