ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN AND ASSET MANAGEMENT

Department of Higher Education and Training

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About supply chain and procurement roles in South Africa

Supply Chain Management is one of the most consistently advertised fields in South African government, particularly within the context of the Public Finance Management Act and Municipal Finance Management Act which impose strict procurement governance requirements. SCM posts appear across all nine provinces and at all levels of government. In the private sector, SCM and procurement roles are in high demand in retail, mining, and manufacturing.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Higher Education and Training. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

• ·Incumbent should have a relevant Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4)
• ·Applicants must have a recognised National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Degree recognised by SAQA in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or a related field
• ·Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience at supervisory level on a salary level 7 or 8 in Supply Chain Management, specifically in tender processes and logistics management, is required
• ·The candidate must have in-depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), Treasury Regulations, the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Act, and the Supply Chain Management Framework
• ·A comprehensive understanding of the entire supply chain cycle, including demand planning, acquisition, logistics, asset disposal, and supplier relationship management, is essential, along with knowledge of asset management practices and National Treasury guidelines
• ·The ideal candidate must demonstrate advanced administrative, planning, and organisational skills, as well as competencies in financial management, report writing, and project coordination
• ·Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical
• ·Proficiency in relevant computer applications, client-focused service delivery, leadership, and effective team and people management are expected
• ·High levels of integrity, professionalism, technical expertise, and a commitment to service excellence are key attributes required for this role

Key Duties

• ·The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, review, and monitoring of Supply Chain Management (SCM) policies in line with relevant legislation and regulations
• ·This includes ensuring effective provisioning, procurement, stock control, and reporting processes, while conducting policy awareness across the College
• ·The incumbent will oversee the procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with SCM procedures, timely authorisation of official orders, alignment of procurement plans with the College’s budget, and proper documentation of all purchasing activities
• ·The role also includes the administration of demand and acquisition management, coordinating tender processes, supporting bid specification, evaluation, and adjudication committees, and ensuring that procurement is aligned with preferential procurement objectives
• ·The candidate will further be responsible for managing the College’s asset portfolio by maintaining an accurate and up-to-date asset register, ensuring the barcoding of assets, verifying asset movement, and facilitating asset disposals in line with policies
• ·In addition, the incumbent will oversee the development and maintenance of a secure and current supplier database, monitor supplier compliance, and ensure records are properly maintained
• ·The role also entails the management and supervision of staff within the unit, ensuring performance agreements are in place, and supporting staff development in accordance with institutional performance management systems

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