Global Transport & Logistics Associate at One Acre Fund

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty. About the RoleThe Global Transport & Logistics Associate role will manage OAF global supply chain logistics operations across several product categories and provide expertise to country teams in logistics operations best practices. You will ensure our products are delivered on time, in an efficient and cost-effective manner to country program warehouses in Kenya, Rwanda, Malawi, Burundi, and TanzaniaYou will provide expertise to OAF country program teams regarding transport operations best practicesYou will ensure timely delivery of inputs to Sub-Saharan smallholder farmersYou will be part of the Global Supply Chain Division and report directly to the Non-Agricultural Procurement Manager Responsibilities Ensure goods arrive at One Acre Fund’s domestic warehouses % on time and in full, and ensure less than 0.5% loss of goods in transit due to mishandling at loading/re-bagging or transportation processManage partnerships and performance reviews with high quality third-party logistics providers to simplify and de-risk logistics operationsReduce transport costs across all countries and product categories by 3-5% through strategically negotiated LTAs and regular process improvementsGuide transport time-saving improvements through streamlined/consolidated product delivery and other logistics process automationLead coordination between Global Supply Chain and in-country Logistics teams to drive best practice transportation at all stages of delivery to farmersSupport Procurement activities across all countries of operation Career Growth and DevelopmentWe have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.QualificationsAcross all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have: A Bachelors DegreeAt least 3+ years of experience in logistics, procurement, operations, data analysis, or supply chain managementProject management experience required – you know how to map out a clear and easy to digest project planData Analysis skills required: experience structuring analyses related to logistics subject matterLanguage: Fluent in English & SwahiliExperience in import/export or similar operations