Advisor II, Inventory & Logistics Advisor in Baltimore, Maryland at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Advisor II, Inventory & Logistics Advisor

Location: Baltimore, MD, United States | (Hybrid)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, information systems, business administration or related field.
• At least eight years of field experience in providing guidance on the storage, transportation, and distribution of food assistance, non-food items, or health products within emergency or development settings in developing countries, preferably with international non-profit organizations or comparable entities.
• Experience in managing and advising on a diverse size, complexity, and scope of operations.
• Experience with ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Information Systems, Business Administration, International Development (or equivalent work experience) or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work in a team setting
• High energy level and self-directed
• Ability to prioritize and deliver multiple projects on time
• Knowledge and experience with donor supply chain rules, regulations, and award requirements including but not limited to USG, EU, Global Fund, amongst others.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Superior analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Strong relationship management skills, results-oriented mindset with ability to influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision
• Strong presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching skills.

Required Languages: English required. Professional ability in Arabic, French or Spanish preferred.

Travel: Willing and able to travel internationally up to 25% including travel in challenging operating contexts.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Note: CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work and have established offices.

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

WHAT WE OFFER

CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Salary and benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS´ work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status or any other protected area.