Supply Chain Management jobs in South Africa

• Reference Number : REFS/024275
• Directorate : FINANCE & PROCUREMENT
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 325 101 – 382 959 per annum plus benefits

• A Grade 12 certificate is required, coupled with a National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management/Public Management or equivalent qualification, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management. Experience in Supply Chain Management within a public health institution will be an advantage. Strong leadership skills and ability to interpret and implement policies, directives, and guidelines of the Gauteng Department of Health. Must have the understanding and knowledge of Supply Chain Management and the following prescripts: PFMA, PPPFA, PPR 2022, Treasury Regulations, BBBEE, and Treasury Notes. Computer skills (Microsoft package). Ability to work under pressure and long hours. Presentation skills. Report writing skills. Verbal and written communication skills. People Management skills, Problem Solving skills, Client Orientation skills, Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of the BAS/SAP‑SRM system will be an added advantage.

• Compile and consolidate the Demand and Procurement Plan and the Institutional Business Plan in line with strategic objectives and budgetary provisions. Conduct commodity analyses and explore alternatives for strategic procurement items to ensure value for money. Align all procurement activities with the institution’s operational requirements and service delivery objectives. Manage end‑to‑end procurement processes for goods, works, and services in full compliance with Supply Chain Management prescripts, Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, Circulars, and Guidelines. Authorize shopping carts/ requisitions using the SAP‑SRM system. Oversee P‑Card usage and ensure compliance with institutional procurement controls and audit requirements. Monitor and verify supplier sourcing and registration through the Central Supplier Database (CSD). Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to legislative frameworks and promote fairness, competitiveness, and transparency. Oversee both pre‑audit and post‑audit processes for acquisition transactions to ensure integrity, accountability, and proper record‑keeping. Monitor the provisioning and delivery of procurement orders, ensuring timely fulfillment and adherence to procurement schedules. Ensure the effective implementation of all SCM‑related contracts, systems, policies, and procedures. Continuously monitor compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks. Coordinate and provide administrative support to Bid Committees (Evaluation/ Vetting, and Adjudication), ensuring objective and compliant decision‑making processes. Serve as advisor to institutional management on best procurement practices, including sourcing strategies and the appropriate use of procurement methods and mechanisms. Oversee stores and inventory accounting functions to ensure proper stock control and compliance with supply chain prescripts. Lead and manage SCM personnel, providing coaching, mentorship, and support. Updating and maintaining of acquisition/progress report for monthly submission. Implement and monitor the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) for all SCM staff. Enforce discipline and promote a high‑performance culture within the SCM unit.

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E‑Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your queries to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. NB: where Driver’s licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of closing date of this advertisement, please accept your application unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skill/knowledge test. The recommended candidates may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Sizwe Tropical Disease Hospital

Closing Date : 24-12-2025