Overview

The consultancy aims to support the Supply Chain Management Unit (SCMU) in developing and implementing UNFPA’s stock management strategy, strengthening global stock management practices through evidence-based approaches, data analytics, and process optimization.

Tasks Summary

• Support the design, rollout, and monitoring of UNFPA’s global stock management strategy.
• Develop implementation roadmaps, KPIs, and monitoring frameworks.
• Draft technical guidance, SOPs, and tools.
• Lead data collection, consolidation, and analysis of stock-related data.
• Develop stock dashboards, reports, and forecasting models.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to assess stock levels and trends.
• Provide recommendations on optimization opportunities.
• Map and review existing stock management processes and propose improvements.
• Support the integration of stock data into ERP systems and logistics visibility platforms.
• Contribute to business transformation initiatives.
• Develop training materials, presentations, and knowledge products.
• Support capacity-building initiatives for regional and country office staff.
• Document lessons learned, case studies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with SCMU colleagues and external partners.
• Contribute to donor and partner reporting.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management at the global or regional level, preferably in the public health, humanitarian, or development sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in global inventory management.
• Strong experience in supply and demand planning.
• Proven ability to apply data analytics and visualization tools.
• Hands-on experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and logistics visibility platforms.
• Knowledge of supply chain performance metrics and KPIs.
• Familiarity with business process improvement and digitalization projects.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced university degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Inventory and Replenishment Planning, Demand and Supply Planning, International Commerce/Trade, or equivalent.
• A certification such as CIPS Level 2 and/or CILT at intermediate qualification (Level 3) is an additional asset.