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Logistics Coordinator - Colombia

Bogotá | Riohacha

  • Organization: Malteser International
  • Location: Bogotá | Riohacha
  • Grade: Mid level - Mid level
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Logistics
    • Supply Chain
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date:

Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.

Malteser International Americas (MIA) has been operational in the USA, Latin America & the Caribbean since 2014 and is currently implementing projects in the fields of Health, Relief, Reconstruction & Rehabilitation; Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Sustainable Livelihoods, Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaption in Colombia, Haiti, Peru, Mexico and the USA. Malteser International sees health as a holistic state of full physical, mental and social wellbeing connected to water, sanitation and hygiene; food and nutrition security; shelter, and environmental health. Since 2018, Malteser International Americas has expanded its medical aid activities in Colombia as a response to the increasing influx of refugees from crisis-ridden Venezuela. Livelihood and Income Generation are of increasing importance for sustainable integration and development.

To provide technical assistance to the logistics and procurement departments, in close collaboration with the Country Administration Manager, MIA is looking for a full-time Logistics Coordinator based in Colombia.

As Logistics Coordinator, you will evaluate and steer improvements and strengthen procedures including logistics management, procurement, warehousing, transportation, inventory management, and distribution of goods and services. You will work closely with various departments to ensure seamless operations and support. 

Your responsibilities:

  • Plan, implement, and oversee improvements for logistics operations including procurement, transportation, inventory, warehousing, and distribution.
  • Ensure all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with organizational policies and donor regulations. Develop procedures to increase effectiveness and efficiencies within procurement processes.
  • Evaluate warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and distributing goods, with particular focus on pharmaceutical supplies. Review and ensure proper inventory management and control systems.
  • Monitor and manage inventory levels and ensure regular stock checks.  Improve inventory control measures and tools to prevent overstocking and stockouts.
  • Review logistics team setup and provide recommendations for improvements and review performance. Identify training needs for team members.
  • Provide logistics trainings and mentorship to logistics department, program team, and senior management. Foster a positive and collaborative working environment within the logistics team and across departments.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports on logistics operations, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all logistics improvement activities.

Your profile:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in logistics management within an international non-profit organization; experience with humanitarian organizations preferred.
  • Expertise in logistics operations, including procurement, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.
  • Knowledge of U.S. and German-funded donor regulations is preferred. 
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills as well as strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with fluency in Spanish and English.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • This position is open to international and expat candidates and requires travel and/or stationing in Riohacha, Colombia. 

What we offer:

  • Start Date: As soon as possible, September 2024, preferred.
  • Duty Station: Riohacha, Colombia; will consider separate arrangements with required in-country travel.
  • Duration of contract: 6 months with the possibility of extension.
  • Salary according to qualification and experience, additional packages depending on international filling of position including visa support, as required. 
  • Health insurance; paid time off; transportation to and from Colombia.

Working for Malteser International

Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.

Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.

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