About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.

About the Role

The Warehouse Officer will be responsible for all logistics operations at the warehouse and for upholding all policies outlined in the Logistics Global Policy Manual. You will oversee all receipt, storage, distribution, reconciliation, and security of inventory at the warehouse. You will also be responsible for temporary hires, organizing pay, and ensuring the security of all staff at the warehouse.

You will report directly to the Transport and Warehouse Supervisor and manage many casuals at the warehouse

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for compliance with all warehousing and logistics policies which include warehouse excellence, expectations around reconciliation,
2. Ensure exceptional KPI performances for all regional warehouses: 0.1% shrink, 0.25% variance, and timely monthly reconciliation (by the 3rd of the month).
3. Manage the warehouses to uphold OAF warehousing and operational standards.
4. Manage warehouse resources and tools and ensure compliance to 5S standards
5. Submit all documentation/transactions in a timely manner with attention to detail and due process followed.(submission done within 24hrs of actual transaction )

Career Growth and Development

We 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.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics or other relevant field
• 2+ years of experience  in supply chain and warehouse management
• Previous experience with SAP and Warehouse Management Software
• Proficient in Advance Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets)
• Written and spoken fluency in English
• Can spend extended time standing

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kabwe, Zambia

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off

Contract Duration

3 – 4 Months

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Zambia

Application Deadline

18 August 2024

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here ([email protected]), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.