JOB TITLE: MANAGER: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Job Purpose To ensure the development and implementation of the SCM strategy and provision of strategic leadership management to the Supply Chain Management Department for Head office and Vlakfontein Mine. To oversee and provide an effective and efficient procurement and provisioning system that is open fair and equitable. Required Qualifications and Experience A minimum qualification of Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Procurement or Related Degree. Ideal Qualification will be a relevant Post Graduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics. A minimum of 10 Years Experience within Supply Chain Management Experience within the mining sector will be an added advantage Required competences knowledge and skills The incumbent must have extensive knowledge of contract management, PFMA, National treasury requirements, and the built environment legislative framework. Project management, problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic management should be the strengths of those aspiring for this appointment Characteristics of a transformational leader with strong leadership skills, a clear vision, and focused action would position the candidate favourably. Knowledge of public sector legislation, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations preferred. Responsibilities Strategic Management: Design and implement the SCM operational plan (linked to Financial Operational Plan) Achieve 80% of SCM operational plan targets set Design and manage the implementation of SCM tools, policies and SOPs Conduct procurement needs assessment and develop annual procurement plan in consultation with users and submit as per statutory requirements Procurement Management: Oversee the management of the procurement of goods and services Oversee the management of the panel of experts Ensure timeous procurement of goods and services Establish systems to track progress of procurement requested Manage the process of drafting specifications for identified projects Oversee the management of the purchase order process (incl Open POs). Actively manage the bid committees and ensure that support is adequately provided to each did committee Ensure that contracts are signed before service providers render services: Ensure that SLAs are signed before services are rendered. Facilitate disputes with suppliers and SCM and / or Project Managers Provision of ad-hoc and monthly reports to the CFO on SCM activities. Actively manage the monitoring and measuring of supplier performance in line with SLA and contracts Establish vendor management processes to ensure the procurement of products and services from vendors at the best prices and quality (negotiate optimal contract terms) Ensure that supplier performance forms are completed for major service providers, and when tenders expire Ensure that procurement transactions are in line with applicable prescripts Governance and Risk Management: Oversee annual SCM risk assessment Develop SCM risk response plan. Monitor risk response plan. Regular self-auditing and reviews of supply chain processes and transactions. Oversee the compliance to SCM and procurement processes Ensure compliance with regulations and legislation e.g. PFMA and other SCM prescripts Maintain Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure registers Identification of Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure Investigation and reporting of Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure People Management: Provide leadership and guidance to the SCM team Provide support, guidance and advise to the internal and external SCM stakeholders Actively manage the performance of the SCM team Institute career growth and development strategies for staff Effectively respond to staff queries Ensure optimal use of capacity within the department Manage and train staff appropriately to ensure optimal performance of the SCM department Training of end users NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to criminal, educational qualifications and employment verification process, as well as reference checks for clearance. Recommended candidates will also be required to undergo leadership psychometric assessments before appointment.
