Senior Supply Chain Officer

Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.

We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, Food Security and Livelihoods, and Social Protection.

Action Against Hunger began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectoral humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.

Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) Ltd/Gte is currently recruiting a Senior Supply Chain Officer based in Sokoto.  The position will oversee the coordinating of supplies to the base in line with ACF procedures. 

Position Details

Reporting to: Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

Proposed start date: September 2026

Work location: Sokoto, Sokoto State

Key responsibilities:

Mission 1: Process supplies

• Ensure procurement is processed according to the project's PPP;
• Handle supplies in accordance with the appropriate procedure;
• Handle orders in accordance with ACF procedures;
• Prepare the necessary documents related to the order: Supplier Purchase Order, Delivery Note, etc;
• Check the accuracy of the information on all documentation;
• Compile documentation to establish and obtain a complete procurement file;
• Ensure that all required validations are completed prior to procurement

Mission 2: Manage the relationship with suppliers

• Conduct market reviews to find new suppliers;
• Develop good relationships with suppliers;
• Negotiate prices with suppliers;
• Handle requests for quotations;
• Compare market prices;
• Maintain and develop a supplier database into LINK.
• Ensure that ACF policies (Gender and Safeguarding, etc.) are well understood by suppliers ;
• Participate in investigations in the event of a fraud alert or non-compliance with ACF policies by a supplier and propose corrective measures.

Mission 3: Organise the shipment of goods in the field

• Establish the various shipping documents;
• Supervise the preparation and loading of goods and materials;
• Ensure that goods are received at their destination;
• File signed documents after receipt by the recipients;
• Inform the person in charge of equipment, for each procurement of this type, in order to register it in the equipment list.

Mission 4: Manage the information flow

• Inform logistics and programmes of their supply progress;
• Keep LINK up to date with all relevant suppliers and market information;
• Ensure that all elements of procurement files are complete in LINK;
• Ensure that all procurement related documentation is carefully archived (Procurement Files, SRO, DN) electronically and physically in the archive room.

Mission 5: Tracking payments with the finance department

• Ensure that invoices contain the required information in accordance with ACF procedures;
• Update procurement files with corresponding invoices;
• Pay the advance of cash according to the procedures of the finance department;
• Coordinate with the finance department to ensure proper follow-up of supplier payment.

Mission 6: Reporting

• Complete and maintain the Contract Monitoring;
• Provide cash flow forecasts twice a month.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Logistics, Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in supply chain/procurement
• Good knowledge of procurement, supply, and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with the LINK procurement tool
• Experience supervising staff is an advantage
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Professional proficiency in English and knowledge of local language.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding and complex/insecure environment.

At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion.  We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive

Application Deadline:
Thursday, 20th August, 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)

Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.

Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct.  We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.

Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

• 100% health care coverage
• Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
• Maternity or Paternity leave
• Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
• Creche facilities for babies

Application Instructions:
All applicants MUST answer every question in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.