Supply Chain Specialist

Application deadline

October 19, 2026

Start date

October 19, 2026

Published Date

September 28, 2026

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details

October 2026. Full-time, open-ended contract

Role Summary

The Supply Chain Specialist ensures the effective operation of the Swiss office and the flow of supplies and services that support Medair’s country programmes and emergency responses (G-ERT). The role oversees procurement, inventory management, transport, equipment and facilities management, and the maintenance of operational assets, systems, and supply chain resources required for emergency response activities. The Supply Chain Specialist also ensures compliance with Medair and donor requirements while driving continuous improvement across supply chain operations.

Project Overview

The Global Logistics team manages all the activities related to supply chain management, fleet, equipment and communication means and base. The team also develops and owns the policies and processes related to logistics activities in the country programmes.

Workplace & Conditions

Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland. Travel of up to 4 weeks/year for GERT deployment or workshops as requested.

Responsibilities

Manage supply chain operations, logistics assets and inventory at GSO Ecublens, ensuring timely, compliant and cost-effective support to Global Support Office functions, country programmes and emergency responses.
Manage GERT inventories, emergency stocks, kits, equipment and related logistics systems, ensuring operational readiness and replenishment.
Oversee GSO Ecublens logistics operations, including facilities, assets, warehousing and service providers.
Support emergency responses through coordination of emergency supply chain activities and deployment logistics from GSO, including deployment when required.