Logistics Assistant (Supply Chain Operations)

About the role

The World Food Programme (WFP) is hiring a Logistics Assistant in La Paz to support its supply chain operations. The role coordinates logistics activities, tracks humanitarian transport and cargo, manages inventories and monitors goods and services. It contributes to supply chain efficiency through data collection and analysis, coordination with partners and suppliers, reporting and compliance with internal procedures. The position reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Support coordination of logistics activities with humanitarian partners and relevant actors.
• Gather, analyse and update information on logistics capacity, routes, access and operational needs.
• Provide basic technical support to partners on logistics, transport, storage and supply chain.
• Organise logistics meetings and workshops, including agendas, minutes and follow-up on agreements.
• Contribute to monitoring logistics risks and access limitations affecting humanitarian response.
• Support emergency preparedness, drills and partner capacity building.
• Prepare periodic reports on logistics activities, progress and operational challenges.
• Support inventory management, warehouse operations and stock tracking.
• Follow up purchase orders, requests for goods and services and related logistics processes.
• Coordinate and follow up on humanitarian cargo transport.
• Monitor supplier deliveries and verify conformity of received goods and services.
• Record and update information in corporate systems and logistics tracking tools.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, norms and controls, and perform other assigned tasks.

Required profile

• Bolivian nationality or legal residence in Bolivia with a valid work permit at the time of application.
• Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Commercial Engineering, International Trade, Economics or similar fields; postgraduate studies in Logistics, International Trade or Supply Chain Management are valued.
• 3 years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, support logistics, procurement, transport or related administrative functions.
• Experience with supply chain processes and internal control procedures.
• Excellent Spanish and intermediate English.

Required skills

• Knowledge of logistics processes: transport, inventory management, storage, distribution and goods tracking.
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office); use of SAP is valued.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple actors, manage information and follow up on tasks and agreements.

Applications are submitted only through the WFP online recruiting system, with a CV and cover letter; additional documents may be requested later. The deadline for applications is 15 November 2026.