Procurement Manager (Field Only) - Tamale

About the role

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is hiring a Procurement Manager for its Ghana Country Program, with a primary base in Tamale. The role provides strategic management and oversight of local and international procurement of goods and services, leading quality, compliance and efficiency across CRS Ghana while supporting high-quality programming for the poor and vulnerable.

Key responsibilities

• Lead fully compliant procurement systems and procedures for the Ghana Country Office and organize procurement functions to support programming in Tamale and other CRS Ghana locations
• Ensure compliance with CRS procurement principles, donor regulations and Ghana statutory requirements, and run transparent bidding and vendor selection processes
• Coordinate with program and operations departments on supply chain modalities, needs, quality and delivery requirements for goods, services and cash and voucher assistance (CVA)
• Maintain an up-to-date procurement plan and help budget holders develop annual budget plans
• Manage the analyze-to-contract process, including market assessment, price monitoring, specifications, supplier evaluation criteria, contract preparation and payment terms
• Conduct periodic procurement risk assessments and supervise procurement staff, including coaching, development plans and performance management
• Monitor supplier relationships and contractual obligations, advise on contract modifications, and keep a complete, accurate procurement record and database
• Prepare reports, consolidate data and analyze procurement information for management decisions

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or another relevant field; an advanced degree in procurement and relevant certifications are an added advantage
• At least 5 years of work experience in procurement, purchasing management, logistics or administration with increasing responsibility, preferably with an international organization
• Knowledge of international and national procurement regulations and of donor regulations such as USAID, The Global Fund, EU and UN
• Good knowledge of CVA programming and operational requirements
• English required; proficiency in local languages spoken in Northern Ghana is an added advantage
• Willingness to travel up to 10% within Ghana, including field locations

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with database systems such as MS Access is highly desirable
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship management skills
• Planning, coordination, prioritization, time management and analytical skills

What we offer

• Benefits for U.S.-based staff include medical, dental, life insurance, vision and a retirement savings plan; benefits for staff working outside the U.S. depend on the country of employment
• A collaborative, mission-driven work culture