Tenders are invited for Consultancy Senior Purchasing Manager (Retainer at Home). Closing Date: 6 Jul 2025 Type: Consultancy Under the direct direction and supervision of the Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer, who reports to the Chief Operations Officer, the Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for the efficient delivery and strategic implementation of procurement services for a selected range of technically complex goods, services, and works in a specific geographic area or project. These services comply with international best practices in public procurement, UNOPS Financial Regulations and Rules, and procurement policies, rules, and procedures, while ensuring appropriate risk management and achieving best value for money. They analyze and interpret applicable rules and regulations and provide solutions to a wide range of complex procurement-related issues. Their work is primarily focused on transactional processes, including all stages of the procurement cycle. While maintaining the highest standards of personal and professional ethics, the Senior Procurement Officer promotes a collaborative, client-focused, quality-driven, and results-driven approach within the business unit. He or she works closely with support services, program and project teams in the relevant geographic area or business unit, as well as with colleagues at UNOPS headquarters and government representatives, to ensure the efficient delivery of procurement services. Duties / Key Expected Results Implementation of Transactional Procurement Management of Procurement Processes Implementation of the Procurement Strategy and Digital Tools Knowledge Building and Information Sharing Team Management 1. Implementation of Transactional Procurement Working closely with Project Managers, under the supervision of a Technical Manager, and reporting to management on key procurement-related issues, the incumbent implements operational strategies and manages transactions and processes related to the procurement, contracts, and supply of goods, services, and works, ensuring the following results: Full compliance of procurement activities with UNOPS rules, regulations, policies, and strategies, while ensuring internal controls and customer focus. Execution of the various stages of the procurement process: Pre-procurement: strategic planning, requirements definition, source identification; Procurement: call for bids, receipt and evaluation of proposals, award; Post-procurement: Contract finalization, logistics, and contract management. Implementation of a procurement strategy for the units projects. Research and provision of data for the business units market analyses. 2. Procurement Process Management Process management for a selected group of technically complex goods and services in a geographic area or business unit, with the following expected results: Integration of sustainability into the procurement process. Development and monitoring of project procurement plans. Establishment of long-term agreements (LTAs) or service contracts as needed, through standard or contingency procedures, in accordance with the procurement policy. Strict process monitoring: organization of calls for tenders (RFQ, ITB, RFP), receipt, evaluation, negotiation, and award in accordance with UNOPS rules. Contract management, contract performance analysis, and implementation of monitoring mechanisms. Providing advice and solutions to project managers on procurement-related issues throughout the project cycle. 3. Implementing the procurement strategy and digital tools With the following objectives: Developing and managing supplier directories. Using the e-sourcing module in accordance with UNOPS Procurement Group standards. 4. Building knowledge and sharing information Organizing and facilitating training sessions on procurement-related topics for staff. Contributing to networks of practice and learning communities by sharing lessons learned and best practices. Collecting and leveraging feedback to improve processes. 5. Team Management Coaching and supervising to ensure quality results through work planning, performance management, mentoring, and skills development. Supervising team members compliance with policies and best practices. [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4160336/chargee-principale-des-achats-retainer-domicile
