Buyer - Kharkiv - 862609

WHAT WE DOThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Over 700 team members work across the county in various professional fields.ABOUT THE JOBThe ICRCLogistics Departmentseeks a competentBuyerto join our team inKharkiv.In close collaboration with the team members and line managers, a Buyer leads and supports the procurement process of goods and services, conducts market surveys, collects quotations, conducts tenders, selects suppliers, and issues contracts according to ICRC procedures and compliance regulations.Start date: 01 November 2026 or immediatelyYOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIESConduct contractual negotiations with suppliers and issue contractual documentsIdentify opportunities for cost and service level optimization through frame agreements for regular consumption goods and servicesIssue individual purchase orders and follow up until completion of delivery and invoice settlementMonitor supplier deliveries and verify conformity to specifications and delivery modalitiesConduct supplier due diligence, including on-site inspections/visits, vendor registration, and periodic performance review meetingsDraft Requests for Quotation/Requests for Tender documents, identify suppliers, and manage tendering processesConduct regular market surveys for goods/services availability, price fluctuations, risks and opportunities, and overall industry trends, including the evaluation of suppliers’ samplesDesign and implement quality control procedures at goods delivery timeUnderstand ICRC needs and provide advice in relation to market availability, pricing, and lead times, and provide timely and regular updates and guidance to internal customers in relation to internal procurement processesMonitor procurement activities, contributing in statistical analysis, reporting, and procurement performance managementWHAT WE OFFER YOUA great team to work with and an organization where you have an impactEmployment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangementsCompetitive salary between UAH 60,000 and 88,000 (gross) before taxationMedical insurance for you and your depending family membersComprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities20 days of annual paid leaveConvenient office location in the city centerWe welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, disability, health status, background, or any other personal characteristics. Our selection process is based solely on professional competencies and is designed to ensure transparency and equal opportunities for all candidates, including persons with disabilities.If you require support or adjustments during the selection process, please let us know in advance. All requests will be treated confidentially and considered within our capacity.For more information: .ABOUT YOUTo be successful as Buyer in the Logistics Department, you should possess the following qualifications and experience and have the following characteristics:Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in UkraineHigh school diploma3 years' experience in a similar position.Confirmed technical skills in procurementComputer proficiencyProfessional fluency (written and spoken) in English and UkrainianGood knowledge of the local market(s)Good knowledge of and experience with financial rules, procurement procedures and supplier managementSelf-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principlesFlexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learnAbility to work independently, as well as effectively under supervisionAbility to organize and prioritize multiple tasksAbility to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environmentINTERESTED? YES? THEN APPLY!To apply, please complete and submit thecompulsory ICRC application form.Kindly note thatyour application will only be considered if it is submitted through the HRspace recruitment module.To apply on the platform, please locate the "Apply now" button in the top right-hand corner of the vacancy announcement and complete the application form.Your candidacy will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC application formApplication deadline: 14 October 2026Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process.The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.