Procurement Coordinator - Local procurements

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO, including disability/vets

Olgoonik is a strong family of professional contracting companies established to create benefits for our Alaska Native shareholders and fueled by the belief that to do so our operations must remain of the highest quality, our employees qualified and principled, and our commitment to safety and every clients mission unconditional.

From our roots in Alaskas Arctic to our operations in South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, our experienced and dependable workforce consistently delivers results through a sharp combination of innovation and practicality.

Procurement Coordinator - Local procurements

Overview:

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) has undertaken an assistance program to support the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission to provide operational and static support to the Haitian National Police (HNP) to counter the gangs and re-establish security to improve conditions conducive for Haiti to hold free and fair elections. The MSS, led by Government of Haiti, supports the HNP by building its capacity through joint security operations; providing security for critical infrastructure, transit locations, and key intersections; ensuring unhindered and safe access to humanitarian aid; and maintaining basic law and order and public safety, all in support of the HNP as authorized by UNSCR 2699.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage all local procurement activities for refurbishment work, including construction supplies and services.
• Coordinate procurement for food services and other in-country services as required.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure all local purchases comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with local suppliers.
• Prepare and submit procurement reports as required.
• Collaborate with project managers to understand and fulfill procurement needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise local national staff as required

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years' experience working in procurement operations in an international setting, including demonstrated supervisory or management experience in difficult to operate environments.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and conducting successful programs in foreign languages, possibly using simultaneous interpretation.
• U.S. citizen or Haitian Local National.
• No negative prior experience working with INL, and never removed from any USG mission or civilian policing activity.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; fluent in English.
• Fluent in French and/or Creole preferred.
• Experience working in Haiti preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven experience in local procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with local market conditions and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

n/a

Security Clearance:

MRPT Level Required

• Must be able to successfully complete a U.S. government administered investigation for an MRPT (Moderate Risk Public Trust).
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to maintain MRPT eligibility.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands that will be required inside the work place and for the position. Must lift, will sit, answer the phone, type on a keyboard, move files, etc.

Travel:

Travel as needed.

Work Environment:

General work environment

Additional Details:

• Subsidiary:Olgoonik Logistics, LLC
• FLSA:Exempt
• Requisition Nbr:2014379

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As an Alaska Native Corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.