Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), is an International Humanitarian Organization providing medical aid to populations in distress, victims of natural and man-made disasters and victims of armed conflict, regardless of race, religion and political believes. For more information, visit our Arabic website, www.msf-me.org

Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium is looking for Yemeni nationals to recruit for the following position:

PROJECT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Location: Aden - Coordination office 
Contract duration: One year renewable
Contract type: Full time contract
Reporting to: Supply Chain Coordinator

Main Purpose:

Defining, coordinating and monitoring the mission supply chain activities according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the optimal running of the project.

Key of responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the Supply Chain Coordinator, planning, establishing and reviewing the supply activities in the mission including its budget, in order to identify and optimize the response to the needs of the mission and the targeted population
• Monitoring and ensuring the efficient and smooth running of the following supply activities: order processing, physical (warehousing) & administrative (management) stock management, local purchase management, freight management, supply administration and implementation of standard supply tools.
• Ensuring the availability of relevant management data to the owners of the stock, project and capital coordination (expired drugs, risk of shortages, stock reports, lead time, pipeline, etc.).
• Managing the supply team in coordination, and in collaboration with SupplyCo, participating in the planning and implementation of HR associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, detection of potential, development and communication) of the staff under his / her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required to correctly perform all supply activities
• Participating in monthly reporting according to guidelines.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Ensure direct line management of the Procurement Supervisor and Customs & Transport Supervisor, including clear objective setting, regular follow-up, performance appraisal, and identification of training needs.
• Strengthen the organization and coordination of the supply team, ensuring clear roles, efficient communication, and proper task distribution across procurement, transport, and stock management functions.
• Support the development of national staff through coaching, on-the-job training, and capacity-building plans, ensuring sustainability and continuity of supply activities.
• Ensure full compliance of procurement and supply activities with MSF OCB standards and procedures, including proper documentation, validation processes, and audit readiness.
• Supervise and validate key procurement processes, ensuring transparency, competitiveness, and adaptation to the local market conditions.
• Oversee importation and customs clearance processes, ensuring anticipation of administrative requirements, proper documentation, and close follow-up with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
• Ensure efficient transport planning and follow-up (international, regional, and local), minimizing delays and optimizing cost-efficiency.
• Monitor supply chain performance indicators (lead times, stock levels, order status, pipeline) and ensure timely reporting and analysis to support decision-making at project and coordination level.
• Anticipate and mitigate supply chain risks related to the Yemen context (access constraints, regulatory environment, supply market volatility), and propose adapted solutions.
• Ensure close collaboration with medical and logistical teams to align supply activities with operational priorities and evolving project needs.
• Contribute to the definition and follow-up of the coordination supply strategy and annual planning (budget, HR, activities) in coordination with SupplyCo.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of MSF supply management tools and data systems.
• Support emergency response activities by ensuring preparedness of the supply chain (contingency stocks, supplier mapping, rapid procurement capacity).
• Provide gap filling operational support to projects, including temporary cover of warehouse management when required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILL REQUIREMENT

Education:          

• Essential degree and specialization in Supply Chain Management required.
• Pharmaceutical knowledge and Business Administration are asset

Experience:  Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain in a similar position.                
Languages:  English (B1 independent user of mission working language) and Arabic.
Knowledge:  Computer literacy.

Competences:

• People Management and Development 
• Commitment to MSF Principles 
• Behavioural Flexibility 
• Results and Quality Orientation 
• Teamwork and Cooperation 
• Leadership 
• Diplomatic communication style 
• Strong Analytical Skills 
• Strong humanitarian motivation