Application Guide

How to Apply for Supply Chain Systems Specialist

at Relief International

🏢 About Relief International

Relief International is unique as an international non-profit that partners directly with communities impacted by conflict, climate change, and disaster to build resilience and promote long-term wellbeing. Unlike many organizations, RI works in fragile contexts where supply chain systems directly impact life-saving humanitarian aid delivery. Someone might want to work here to combine technical ERP expertise with meaningful humanitarian impact in challenging environments.

About This Role

This Supply Chain Systems Specialist role involves leading the implementation and rollout of NetSuite Supply Chain modules across all RI countries, directly strengthening humanitarian aid delivery through improved procurement, inventory, and asset management. The role is impactful because efficient supply chain systems in fragile contexts mean faster delivery of medical supplies, food, and other critical resources to vulnerable populations during crises.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve morning meetings with country teams in different time zones to troubleshoot NetSuite configuration issues, followed by updating system documentation and training materials. Afternoons could include analyzing inventory data across RI's country operations to identify process improvements, and collaborating with global supply chain colleagues to align system enhancements with humanitarian delivery priorities.

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🎯 Who Relief International Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years experience implementing Oracle NetSuite Procure-to-Pay modules across multiple countries in a global organization, preferably in humanitarian or development sectors
  • Demonstrates successful rollout of global inventory management solutions in complex, multi-country environments with varying infrastructure
  • Possesses strong project management skills specifically for system implementations including stakeholder management across different cultures and time zones
  • Has experience adapting global ERP systems to local contexts while maintaining data integrity and compliance standards

📝 Tips for Applying to Relief International

1

Quantify your NetSuite implementation experience by specifying number of countries, modules implemented, and user counts in previous roles

2

Highlight any experience with humanitarian or development sector supply chains, even if indirect, as RI prioritizes understanding of aid delivery contexts

3

Demonstrate remote collaboration skills by mentioning specific tools and methodologies used for multi-country system rollouts

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Include examples of adapting global systems to local requirements, crucial for RI's work in diverse operational contexts

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Show how you've created training materials for non-technical users, as you'll train RI staff with varying technical backgrounds across different countries

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience implementing NetSuite Procure-to-Pay modules in global organizations, with metrics on successful rollouts', 'Understanding of how efficient supply chain systems impact humanitarian aid delivery in fragile contexts', 'Experience training diverse teams across different cultures and technical skill levels', 'Ability to balance global standardization with local adaptation in system implementations']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → RI's current country operations and specific supply chain challenges in fragile states where they work
  • → The humanitarian supply chain ecosystem and how organizations like RI coordinate with UN agencies and other NGOs
  • → RI's existing technology infrastructure mentions in annual reports or case studies
  • → Specific challenges of remote work in humanitarian contexts with varying internet reliability across countries
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your experience implementing NetSuite P2P modules across multiple countries - what challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
2 How would you approach training field staff in a conflict-affected country with limited internet connectivity on new supply chain systems?
3 Describe a time you had to adapt a global inventory management solution to meet local regulatory requirements in a specific country
4 How do you prioritize system requirements when different country offices have conflicting needs during a global rollout?
5 What metrics would you track to demonstrate the impact of improved supply chain systems on RI's humanitarian operations?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on corporate ERP experience without showing understanding of humanitarian sector supply chain nuances
  • Presenting as purely technical without demonstrating ability to train non-technical field staff
  • Emphasizing rigid standardization without showing flexibility for local adaptation in different country contexts

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: March 9, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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