Divisional Head: Logistics and Performance Management

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**Overview** This role is for a Divisional Head: Logistics and Performance Management at the City of Tshwane. The primary function of this position is to ensure the establishment and maintenance of an effective logistics management system. This includes setting inventory levels, managing orders, handling goods receipt and distribution, and overseeing stores and warehouses. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for implementing an internal monitoring system to ensure compliance with the Supply Chain Management Policy and procedures, as well as directives from the Chief Financial Officer. **What you will do** * Ensure the execution of a warehouse management strategy * Oversee the management of stores * Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality regulations * Be responsible for improvements in the operating efficiency and cost base of the supply chain infrastructure by reviewing asset locations and usage, undertaking benchmarking and competitive tenders, and conducting periodic rate reviews * Develop risk management programmes to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios * Establish or monitor specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems * Provide an effective internal monitoring system for managing compliance with the Supply Chain Management Policy and procedures, and ensuring that the desired objectives are achieved * Ensure effective tender and contract operation management * Deliver strategic leadership and financial management **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A relevant bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Management, Development Finance, Accounting or Economics * A master’s degree in Business Administration or a master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business management, Development Finance, Accounting and/or Economics Accounting will be an added advantage * Registration with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply CIPS will be an added advantage * At least ten years’ experience in a logistics or supply chain management environment, preferably in local government, of which at least five years must be at senior management level * Good knowledge and interpretation of policy and legislation * Good knowledge of performance management * Good governance * Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 Act 5 of 2000 * Ability to make high-risk decisions of a long-term and strategic nature * Compliance with the unit standards of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 Act 56 of 2003, as prescribed by Regulation 493 of 15 June 2007 as published in Government Gazette 29967 of 15 June 2007, will be an added advantage * No criminal record excluding previous convictions related to political activities under the previous dispensation, and candidates will undergo security vetting * A valid Code B driving licence * Must undergo a competency assessment * Computer literacy * Leading competencies: Strategic direction and leadership skills; business management skills; people management skills; programme and project management skills; financial management skills; change management skills; change leadership skills; governance leadership skills * Core competencies: Moral competence; planning and organising skills; analytical and innovative thinking skills; knowledge and information management skills; communication skills; ability to focus on results and quality; ability to work under pressure * Level 4 proficiency in the following competencies in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations: * Core professional competencies: Written and oral communication; attention to detail; influencing; ethics and professionalism; organisational awareness; problem-solving; planning and organising * Functional competencies: Business processes; use of technology; data processing and analysis * Public service orientation competencies: Interpersonal relationships; communication; service delivery orientation; client orientation and customer focus * Personal competencies: Action and outcome orientation; resilience; change readiness; cognitive ability; learning orientation * Management or leadership competencies: Impact and influence; team orientation; direction setting; coaching and mentoring; impact and influence **Who should apply** This role is suitable for candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Management, Development Finance, Accounting, or Economics. A Master's degree in a related field or MBA, and CIPS registration are advantageous. Applicants should have at least ten years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with a minimum of five years at a senior management level, preferably within local government. Essential qualities include strong knowledge of policy, legislation, performance management, good governance, and supply chain management regulations, including specific acts like the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to make high-risk, strategic decisions, demonstrate computer literacy, hold a valid Code B driving licence, and be willing to undergo a competency assessment and security vetting. They should also embody a comprehensive set of leading, core, and Level 4 proficiency competencies as outlined in the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations, covering professional, functional, public service orientation, personal, and management/leadership skills. A clean criminal record (with specific exceptions) is also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/divisional-head-logistics-and-performance-management-city-of-tshwane Source: myjobmag

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