Asociado/a de Logística
Pay and conditions
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Job Description
WFP seeks a Logistics Associate in San Salvador to coordinate country-office logistics planning and operations across assistance modalities. The role manages transport, distribution, suppliers, product traceability, budgets and emergency preparedness; strengthens logistics partnerships and capacity; and ensures timely delivery of food and non-food assistance under WFP policies and requirements.
Key Details
Department
Supply Chain
Position Details
Experience level
Mid
Minimum experience
6 years
Employment type
Full-time
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Bachelor's degree
Contract duration
One-year probationary period
Job Areas
Language Requirements
Required
Spanish, English
Summary of Responsibilities
- Define logistics plans and priorities aligned with country-office strategy and donor requirements
- Plan, coordinate and monitor transport, receipt, handling, delivery and distribution operations
- Design routes, dispatch schedules, load plans and last-mile arrangements
- Manage logistics-provider procurement, performance monitoring and contracts
- Maintain product visibility and traceability in corporate systems and tracking tools
- Coordinate third-party storage arrangements and verify operational, quality and safety conditions
- Prepare and review logistics budgets and operational reports
- Lead emergency logistics preparedness and contingency-plan updates
Role Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in economics, supply chain, logistics, engineering, international trade, business management or a related field
- At least six years of experience in logistics, transport and distribution in humanitarian operations
- Spanish fluency and professional English knowledge
- Experience coordinating transport providers, logistics operators and third parties
- Experience in cost analysis, logistics budgets, performance indicators and reporting
Desired Criteria
- Experience in donor-funded operations, school feeding, imports, customs clearance and port reception
- Experience with WFP corporate systems
Skills
Tools and Technologies
Additional Information
- Applications must be submitted through WFP’s online recruiting system with a CV and cover letter
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from WFP Careers, on 9 Sep 2026.