Director: Strategic Sourcing And Asset Management

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Overview This document explains the role of Director: Strategic Sourcing And Asset Management at the Government Printing Works (GPW), based in Pretoria. This is a senior-level position at salary Level 13, with an all-inclusive package of R1,317,384 per annum, responsible for overseeing and managing strategic sourcing, procurement, asset acquisition and disposal, inventory control, and ensuring financial compliance within the department. What you will do Key responsibilities for this role include: * Managing sourcing and procurement services to ensure accuracy, efficiency, value for money, open and effective competition, ethics, and compliance with legislation. This includes monitoring and implementing approved procurement plans. * Managing asset acquisition and disposal, which involves developing and implementing asset management and inventory control plans, enforcing control measures, monitoring physical verification, managing asset disposal in line with regulations, coordinating disposal committees, and reporting on asset losses. * Managing inventory control services by developing counting methodologies, overseeing daily and periodic counts, and ensuring effective reconciliation of monthly reports. * Effectively managing the monthly and annual reconciliation processes to the general ledger, resolving discrepancies, certifying correction journals, reviewing fixed asset register updates, and running monthly depreciation. * Managing financial compliance and preventing financial misconduct through the implementation and monitoring of internal controls, ensuring adherence to the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and organisational policies, and monitoring financial transactions. * Managing the Directorate by developing and implementing operational plans, allocating resources, identifying policy shortfalls, conducting financial planning, managing budgets, and monitoring and reporting on performance. Requirements (from the original advert) * A Grade 12 plus Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Supply Chain/ Purchasing/ Logistics Management/ Finance/ Public Management/ Public Administration. * A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior level (Deputy Director) in a Supply Chain Management environment. * CIPS certificate will be an added advantage. * Valid Driver’s license. * Working knowledge of the tender procedures. * Added advantage: Estimating of printing work, proven knowledge of printing processes, equipment and paper, planning (estimating) and/or scheduling. * Other: Willingness to travel. * Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. * Knowledge of the Public Service Act. * Knowledge of the PFMA, Financial Management, National Treasury Regulations, prescripts, GRAP, and business practices. * Knowledge of financial management, government budgeting processes, management accounting, revenue management, risk management, auditing, and forensic accounting. * Knowledge of public service/ supply chain/ financial legislative frameworks. * Knowledge of Corporate Governance (King Report). Who should apply This role is suited for experienced professionals with a strong background in Supply Chain Management at a middle to senior level, holding a relevant NQF Level 7 degree. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of public service regulatory frameworks, tender procedures, financial management principles (including PFMA, GRAP, Treasury Regulations, budgeting, risk management, auditing), and corporate governance. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential. Candidates with experience or knowledge in printing processes, equipment, and paper estimating will have an advantage. The role requires someone capable of leading a directorate, managing resources, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic sourcing, asset, and inventory management initiatives. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/government-printing-works-gpw-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-gpw-26-012 Source: govpage

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