Mary\u2019s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and united by one mission \u2013 that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in their place of education. Today, over 2.4 million children across 18 countries are receiving Mary\u2019s Meals. In Zambia alone, we reach over 600,000 children every school day.
\nWe are now recruiting for a Programme Logistics and Operations Lead to join our team in Zambia. Reporting to the Head of Programmes, this strategic leadership role is key in strengthening the delivery and quality of our school feeding programme through robust operational systems.
\nYou will lead on fleet, warehouse, supplier, and asset management, working closely with global teams to identify improvements, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance. You\u2019ll also support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor the programme logistics team to build a resilient and high-performing function.
\nKey responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Leading the development and implementation of logistics strategies, procedures, and tools.
\nOverseeing fleet operations, supplier relationships, warehousing, and facilities management.
\nPromoting strong compliance, ethics, and risk reporting across operations.
\nEnsuring quality control of food and supplies and managing any losses.
\nAnalysing operational data and translating insights into strategic actions.
\nBuilding team capacity through coaching, mentoring, and structured planning.
\nContributing to the global operations network and benchmarking practices.
\nSupporting audits and driving improvements across the operations function.<\/p>\n
About you:
\nYou\u2019re a strategic thinker with strong leadership and logistics experience in complex or development-focused environments. You\u2019re solutions-oriented, people-centred, and committed to delivering impact efficiently. You are confident managing supplier relationships, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration \u2013 and you enjoy building systems and teams that thrive in service of a shared mission.
\nQualifications, Skills & Experience<\/p>\n
Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Logistics & Operations, or a related field.
\nMinimum 5 years\u2019 experience in logistics\/operations.
\nDemonstrated leadership experience and ability to develop high-performing teams.
\nStrategic planning and implementation skills.
\nStrong data analysis and financial management capabilities.
\nExcellent communication, interpersonal, and compliance management skills.
\nExperience engaging with governments and community-based structures will be an added advantage.<\/p>\n
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