Driver/Purchaser Tripoli

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Subject Line: Driver/Purchaser

• Applicants must be Lebanese nationals or have permission to work in Lebanon.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• LA is an equal opportunity employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

Main objectives

Under the supervision of the Admin  Manager he/she is in charge of driving LA vehicles and purchasing items according to LA purchasing procedures

Hierarchical and functional links

The Driver/Purchaser reports hierarchically to the Admin & Fin Manager.

Detailed activities

• Driving LA vehicles
• Passenger safety and security of transported materials/equipment
• Maintenance of the vehicle
• Carrying out logistic activities under the supervision of the Admin Manager
• Purchasing items according to LA purchasing procedures
• Remaining stand-by in the office in between movements
• Any other additional duties requested by his/her supervisor

Main responsibilities

Passenger safety and security of transported materials/equipment

• Adapting his/her behavior and driving to assure passengers' security, LA equipment and the rest of road/street users (drivers, pedestrians, etc.).
• Always drive according to the Lebanon circulation code and respecting speed limits
• Always wearing safety belt while driving and ensuring all passengers do the same
• Ensuring having a valid driving license and always have it ready for any eventual inspection
• Ensuring that all necessary documents are valid and renewed before the expiration date (yearly road safety check, registration of main drivers with the rental company, etc.)

Maintenance of the vehicle

• Checking on a regular basis the vehicle's motor, oil level, breaks liquid, air pressure of wheels, windshield liquid, etc.
• Alerting direct supervisor in case of a technical problem or need for maintenance
• Organizing or if possible, carrying out of any necessary maintenance after validation of direct supervisor
• Ensuring the vehicle is clean on the inside and outside
• Ensuring all necessary equipment and material is present in the vehicle and in good condition (tools, spare wheel, airlift, belts, ropes, etc.)
• Refilling the fuel tank each time the tank is at ¼ of its capacity

     Purchasing 

• Rresponsible for local purchasing of goods for the mission, upon instruction and under the supervision of the LA Purchasing procedures
• Purchase goods ensuring the optimum price/quality ratio on the market
• Collecting quotations and checking prices for purchase of goods and services
• Ensure that the suppliers fill in all receipts/invoices for local purchases correctly
• Translate receipts/invoices written from Arabic into English
• Upon request by the line manager, s/he carriers out a market survey in collaboration with the Admin team
• Ensure the delivery of all purchased items to the requester, collects the proof of delivery and proceeds to the validation of the invoices by the Admin team
• Do not accept money, loans, credits, gifts, entertainment or commissions from past, present or future suppliers.

 Other duties/responsibilities:

• Participate in internal work meetings and inform LA team on log issues
• Report any security related issues to the supervisor
• Supporting operational organization of field trips and LA programs/activities

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Safe driving practices
• Able to follow verbal directions, read maps, follow GPS
• Able to work well alone
• Reliable and punctual with dedicated professionalism to job and duties
• Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines
• Excellent time management skills
• Able to assist passengers when needed
• Organized and able to follow a schedule
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience; or knowledge, skills, and mental ability equivalent to 2 years of high school education
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Previous professional experience driving preferred
• In-depth knowledge of scheduling systems and procedures

Preferred Skills

• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Confident of facing the challenges and overcoming the problems.
• Obedience.
• Disciplined.
• An aspiration to work for challenging jobs.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Physically able to lift and carry object up from 30 to 50 pounds
• Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for long periods of time during daily routine

Additional Notes

• Able to work night, weekends, and holidays as needed