Supply Chain Contract Professional

Oorsig

Supply Chain Contract Professional by the Department of Water and Sanitation, managing infrastructure procurement strategies for large construction unit.

Vereistes

• A relevant tertiary qualification at NQF level 7.
• An NQF level 8 or 9 will serve as an added advantage.
• Professional procurement and SCM registration (e.g., MCIPS) or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of experience at a senior managerial level.
• Five (5) years' experience in infrastructure procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver's license.
• A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate submitted prior to appointment.
• Thorough knowledge of the internationally recognized body of knowledge on best-practice strategic infrastructure procurement and SCM.
• Full knowledge of all applicable SCM regulations and guidelines in South Africa.
• Proven ability to drive change in a complex environment and ensure implementation of the department's procurement strategies.
• Framework for managing performance information.
• Business strategy, transaction, and alignment.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• People and diversity management.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Accountability and ethical conduct.

Pligte

• Develop and provide guidance in the implementation of appropriate infrastructure procurement strategies.
• Identify and implement measures across the SCM value chain to ensure that all SCM for the department's construction unit, consisting of more than 3000 employees, is sufficiently effective and efficient for the construction unit.
• Provide expert procurement advice, guidance, and recommendations to meet the procurement needs of the department.
• Work closely with all the line managers to ensure departmental procurement needs are met.
• Lead and manage the sourcing process in the department.
• Manage all sourcing activities in the department by analyzing requirements, developing selection tools and methods that maximize chances to find the best source of procurement, and directing the work of the evaluation committee.
• Provide contracting expert advice and recommendations on contract drafting and contract lifecycle management.
• Monitor and review the progress of contractual agreements, coordinate contract extension or renewal, and, as appropriate, review invoices and resolve any problems that arise.
• Provide advice to the department on the proper use of the various systems used for procurement activities.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on the design of training sessions on the various systems to educate the department on the proper use of those systems.

Hoe om aan te sollisiteer

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Navrae: Mr. F. Moatshe Tel No: (012) 336 7647 OTHER POSTS

Notas

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. MANAGEMENT ECHELON