Supply Chain Management jobs in South Africa

DEPUTY DIRECTOR- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (DEMAND AND ACQUISITION)

• Reference Number: REFS/022105
• Directorate: Supply Chain Management
• Number of Posts: 1
• Package: R849 702.00 per annum all-inclusive package which can be structured according to individual needs

Requirements:

• Matric plus a relevant Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7)/ Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration Management/Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or a relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• 5 years relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, of which 3 years must be at Junior Management (Assistant Director level).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Competencies: Good Financial Management skills, Computer literacy; In-depth knowledge of Public Service Regulatory Framework, Division of Revenue Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and Supply Chain Management Framework, Good communication (written and verbal) skills, Good interpersonal skills, Planning and organising skills, Problem solving and conflict management, Service delivery innovation, good report writing.

Duties:

• Manage the functional operation of the Sub directorate: Supply Chain Demand Management.
• Design and develop demand management policies processes and procedures.
• Perform strategic and annual supply chain demand management planning.
• Monitor and review the demand management activities.
• Develop and obtain approval for the procurement management plan.
• Determine whether specifications should contain any special conditions.
• Compile tender/quotation specifications as required.
• Determine whether specification for the relevant commodity exists, if not oversee the collection of information and compile specification/terms of reference.
• Inform, guide, and advise departmental employees on demand management matters to promote correct implementation and sound demand management practices.
• Compile and publish request for proposals where required.
• Manage the Sub Directorate: Supply Chain Demand Management and undertake all administrative functions required regarding financial and HR administration.
• Maintenance of discipline, management of performance and development.
• Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions.
• Establish, implement, and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements.
• Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work.
• Compile and submit all required administrative reports.
• Serve on transverse task teams as required.
• Procurement and asset management for the sub-directorate.
• Plan and allocate work.
• Quality control of work delivered by employees.

Notes:

• To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or hand deliver at Ground floor, Main entrance 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House Johannesburg. The application must include only completed and signed NEW Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Applications submitted on an OLD Z83 form will not be accepted.
• Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the highest required qualifications as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
• Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA.
• The Department reserves the right not to appoint.
• Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
• If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for.
• Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.
• The department does not accept applications via email or fax; correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them.
• Should this be uncovered during/after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed, such appointment will be terminated.
• The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process.
• The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department.
• Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future.
• NB: For assistance with online applications, visit the following centres: 78 Fox Street, Marshalltown or Maponya Mall at Thuso House next to Home Affairs.
• It is the Department’s intention to promote retrospectivity (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of Race, Gender and Disability status is required. Female candidates are encouraged to apply in promotion of the Department’s Employment Equity and Disability targets.
• If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer: Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Location: Johannesburg (Head Office)

Closing Date: 31-01-2025

Criteria Questions:

Do you have a relevant Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7)/ Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Administration Management/Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA?

Do you have 5 years relevant experience in Supply Chain Management of which 3 years must be at Assistant Director level?

Do you have a valid driver’s license?