About the Role
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a highly skilled individual for the position of Director: Supply Chain Management based in Johannesburg at the Head Office. In this pivotal role, you will manage the procurement of goods and services that are crucial to the functioning of public service. Your leadership will directly impact the community by ensuring that vital resources are procured efficiently and responsibly. This position not only supports the operational needs of the government but also reinforces the integrity and transparency of public service procurement processes.
As a Director, you will be at the forefront of identifying supply chain needs and priorities, finalizing procurement plans, and developing an effective inventory management system. Your work will have a lasting influence on how public resources are utilized and will help shape the standards of procurement within the government sector. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to contribute to the betterment of society in South Africa by ensuring that government functions smoothly and effectively.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of South Africa’s infrastructure, ensuring the delivery of essential services to citizens. With a mandate to provide strategic direction and oversight for public sector infrastructure projects, this department is committed to promoting sustainable development and creating a conducive environment for economic growth. Working here means being part of a team that is dedicated to advancing the country’s infrastructure needs, ultimately improving the quality of life for all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the procurement process for goods and services required by the department.
- Lead the identification of supply chain management needs and priorities.
- Finalize procurement plans and develop an inventory management system.
- Oversee the requisition, ordering, receipt, and distribution of goods.
- Provide strategic inputs into annual performance plans and procurement policies.
- Design and implement procurement processes that are equitable and transparent.
- Monitor supplier performance and establish risk mitigation strategies.
- Manage human resources within the directorate, including training and performance feedback.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and maintain budgetary discipline.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in supply chain management at a middle or senior management level.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Thorough knowledge of public service financial prescripts and supply chain management procedures.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while fostering teamwork.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/ Finance or other related qualifications as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at middle or senior management level in Supply Chain Management.
A valid driver’s license.
Competencies: 221 Strategic Capacity and Leadership skills, People Management, Empowerment and Intergrity, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and project Management.
Technical Competencies: Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, Reporting procedures and Information system.
Strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal).
Thorough knowledge of the Financial Prescripts of Public Service and Supply Chain Management.
Attributes: Good interpersonal relations.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a team and independently.
Strong Management skills.
Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication.
Job Duties
Manage procurement for goods and services.Lead the identification of Supply Chain Management needs.
Identify procurement priorities and finalisation.
Ensure the finalization of procurement plans.
To develop and maintain an inventory management system.
Development and implement movable assets management strategy.
Lead the rendering of services with regard to requisition, ordering, receipt and distribution of goods.
Make input into the Strategic and Annual Performance Plans to support the achievement of the construction procurement policy in the Institution.
Finalize procurement plans.
Finalize Bid Specification Documentation, Advertisement processes and Tender Clarification Meetings.
Manage the process related to the receipt and opening of Tender Proposals and/or Expressions of Interest.
Manage implementation of responsiveness testing.
Manage implementation of Tender Evaluation.
Provide inputs to the development of a Supply Chain Management policy framework that deals with the whole spectrum of procurement.
Provide inputs to the determination of delegations for procurement.
Design and establish procurement processes and procedures [Standard Operating Procedures] that are fair, competitive, equitable, transparent and cost effective.
Design and implement a system to monitor the performance of suppliers and the performance of the Contracting Institution.
Develop risk mitigation strategies to evaluate the performance of suppliers.
Development of Standard Procurement Templates.
Provide inputs to the appointment of Tender Committee Members.
Manage the design and implementation of controls to comply with contract requirements.
Manage and review all cancellations, amendments, expansions, variations, extensions or transfer of contracts awarded through the Bid Committee.
Manage implementation of penalties where required.
Manage expansions of contracts above the amounts provided in terms of contingencies.
Manage motivations to authorise increases in the total prices excluding price adjustment for inflation in excess of the amount stated in the contract and make recommendations.
Manage motivation for events which in terms of the contract increase and make recommendations.
Manage the preparation of performance reports for the service provider based on input received from the relevant units.
Monitor communication between SCM and other units in order for various branches to meet all contractual timelines and related obligations.
Sign performance agreements for the Directorate based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department.
Manage human resources in the Directorate and maintain discipline.
Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions.
Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions.
Provide regular verbal and written feedback [aligned to quarterly performance assessments] to personnel on performance.
Mentor and coach personnel.
Determine the human resources needs of the Directorate in consultation with Corporate Services.
Develop and update the delivery service and work plan for the Directorate.
Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings.
Manage skills transfer between personnel in the Directorate and outside technical assistants and/or consultants.
Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance.
Manage funds in the Directorate in compliance with the Public Finance.
Management Act and the Treasury Regulations.
Limit under spending or overspending by the Directorate in terms of the departmental budget allocations.
Manage the effective spending of infrastructure grant funding.
Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the Directorate with the Chief Directorate.
Develop operational plans for the Directorate and work plans for each staff member in the Directorate.
Provide written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan etc.
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