Director: Supply Chain Management

In brief

MANDATORY FORMAT: Overview This document describes the role of Director: Supply Chain Management for the Gauteng Department of Environment, based at its Head Office in Johannesburg. The position offers an all-inclusive annual salary package of R1 317 384, which can be structured to suit the successful individual's needs. The reference number for this role is REFS/057060. What you will do The Director: Supply Chain Management will be responsible for a wide range of duties including: * Managing procurement for goods and services. * Leading the identification of Supply Chain Management needs, procurement priorities, and finalisation of procurement plans. * Developing and maintaining an inventory management system. * Developing and implementing a movable assets management strategy. * Leading the rendering of services regarding requisition, ordering, receipt, and distribution of goods. * Providing input into Strategic and Annual Performance Plans to support construction procurement policy. * Finalizing Bid Specification Documentation, Advertisement processes, and Tender Clarification Meetings. * Managing the processes related to the receipt and opening of Tender Proposals and/or Expressions of Interest. * Managing the implementation of responsiveness testing and Tender Evaluation. * Providing inputs to the development of a Supply Chain Management policy framework and the determination of procurement delegations. * Designing and establishing procurement processes and procedures [Standard Operating Procedures] that are fair, competitive, equitable, transparent, and cost-effective. * Designing and implementing a system to monitor the performance of suppliers and the Contracting Institution. * Developing risk mitigation strategies to evaluate supplier performance and developing Standard Procurement Templates. * Providing inputs to the appointment of Tender Committee Members. * Managing the design and implementation of controls to comply with contract requirements. * Managing and reviewing all cancellations, amendments, expansions, variations, extensions, or transfer of contracts. * Managing the implementation of penalties and expansions of contracts above contingency amounts where required. * Managing motivations to authorise increases in total prices (excluding price adjustment for inflation) in excess of the contract amount and making recommendations. * Managing motivation for events which in terms of the contract increase prices and making recommendations. * Managing the preparation of performance reports for service providers. * Monitoring communication between SCM and other units to ensure contractual timelines and obligations are met. * Signing performance agreements for the Directorate based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic, and Annual Performance Plans. * Managing human resources within the Directorate, including maintaining discipline, managing training and development, and providing equipment. * Providing regular verbal and written performance feedback to personnel, mentoring and coaching. * Determining human resources needs of the Directorate in consultation with Corporate Services. * Developing and updating the delivery service and work plan for the Directorate. * Providing guidance to personnel through quarterly meetings. * Managing skills transfer within the Directorate and with external technical assistants/consultants. * Planning and allocating work responsibilities and controlling work performance, including quality assurance. * Managing funds in the Directorate in compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, limiting under or overspending. * Managing the effective spending of infrastructure grant funding. * Aligning the strategic priorities and work plans of the Directorate with the Chief Directorate. * Developing operational plans for the Directorate and work plans for each staff member. * Providing written contributions to departmental reports such as quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, and Annual Performance Plan. Requirements (from the original advert) The original advert specified the following requirements: * Grade 12 qualification. * An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/ Finance or other related qualifications as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at middle or senior management level in Supply Chain Management. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** Strategic Capacity and Leadership skills, People Management, Empowerment and Integrity, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and project Management. * **Technical Competencies:** Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, Reporting procedures and Information system. * Strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal). * Thorough knowledge of the Financial Prescripts of Public Service and Supply Chain Management. Who should apply The ideal candidate profile, based on the description, includes individuals who: * Possess good interpersonal relations. * Are able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. * Are capable of working both in a team and independently. * Demonstrate strong Management skills. * Are proficient in Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, and Communication. * Exhibit Strategic Capacity and Leadership skills. * Are adept at People Management, Empowerment, and upholding Integrity. * Are skilled in Financial Management, Change Management, and Programme and Project Management. * Have thorough knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, Reporting procedures, and Information systems. * Possess strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal). * Have thorough knowledge of the Financial Prescripts of Public Service and Supply Chain Management. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-environment-vacancies-from-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057060 Source: govpage

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