Assistant Director: Supply Chain Management at Department of Water and Sanitation

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Overview This role is for an Assistant Director: Supply Chain Management within the Department of Water and Sanitation. The Department is the custodian of South Africa's water resources, responsible for policy formulation and implementation in the water sector, aiming to ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all South Africans, while also promoting effective and efficient water resource management. What you will do * Coordinate, review, research, analyse and plan the procurement needs of the Cluster. * Coordinate, review, collect and gather information for the annual demand management plan/procurement plan of the Cluster. * Manage and review specifications received from end users. * Implement and maintain the updating of the vendor data on SAP. * Coordinate, review and execute the bidding process. * Coordinate and review the compilation and invitation of quotations from Central Supplier Database as per the National Treasury Thresholds. * Serve as the secretariat for all Cluster Bids & Specification Committees. * Manage, supervise, monitor, analyse and determine actions to ensure proper contract administration. * Manage, supervise, monitor contract compliance by determining whether products/services are delivered at the right time, quantity, products, place, conditions, quality, and price according to the contract. * Manage, supervise and monitor supplier performance according to the contract and Service Level agreement. * Coordinate and review the process of requisition of goods and services. * Coordinate the safe keeping and distribution of goods. * Manage and supervise employees to ensure an effective Supply Chain Management service and undertake all administrative functions required regarding financial and HR administration. * Control and safeguard all Supply Chain documentation. * Supervise and undertake risk management assessments. * Manage, supervise and implement fraud and abuse prevention strategy for SCM. * Manage and supervise performance assessment of the value chain in SCM function. * Participate in the development of risk and performance management policies processes and procedures. * Manage assets within the section. * Ensure and assist staff with development and training needs. Requirements (from the original advert) * A relevant tertiary qualification at NQF level 7 in Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification. * Three (3) years related supply chain management supervisory experience. * The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. * Understanding of Supply Chain Management policies and procedures, principles and practice of financial accounting. * Practical experience in SAP system with computer literacy skills. * Ability to work under pressure, be self-motivated, responsible, and reliable. * Behavioural competencies: people and diversity management, client orientation and customer focus, efficient communication skills (verbal and written), accountability and ethical conduct. * Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework (PPPFA) and all applicable SCM guidelines, policies, practices, and procedures. * Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws. * Knowledge of administrative clerical procedures and government financial systems. * Knowledge of learning, teaching procedures and techniques. * Knowledge of Framework for managing performance information. * Knowledge of implementing policies of PMDS. * Problem solving and Analysis skills. * Work Location: Gauteng. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this Assistant Director: Supply Chain Management role is an individual with a relevant tertiary qualification at NQF level 7 in Supply Chain Management, possessing at least three years of supervisory experience in the field. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license and demonstrate a strong understanding of Supply Chain Management policies, financial accounting principles, and practical experience with SAP systems and general computer literacy. The role requires someone who is able to work under pressure, is self-motivated, responsible, and reliable. Essential behavioural competencies include strong communication skills (both verbal and written), accountability, ethical conduct, people and diversity management, and client orientation. Candidates should have comprehensive knowledge of public finance management acts (PFMA, PPPFA), Treasury Regulations, SCM guidelines, and an understanding of equal opportunities and affirmative action laws. Familiarity with administrative clerical procedures, government financial systems, and performance management frameworks (PMDS) is also expected, alongside strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/assistant-director-supply-chain-management-department-of-water-and-sanitation-3 Source: myjobmag

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