Assistant Director Supply Chain Management at South African National Biodiversity Institute

• A degree in in Supply Chain Management, Financial Sciences, Logistics or equivalent qualification with NQF 7.A postgraduate degree or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 6 years of work experience in the relevant field, 3 years of which should be at supervisory level.
• The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to supply chain management is essential; comprehensive experience in procurement systems particularly related to Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) will be advantageous; in-depth knowledge and experience in the implementation of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice are essential; advanced planning, organizing, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); business report writing skills; people management skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms. Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, and Outlook) will be advantageous.
• The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one year of practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential. 

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Ensure implementation of contract, Purchase Order and Invoices management policies
• Manage contracts, purchase orders and invoices processes and systems
• Facilitate the reporting of contracts, Purchase Orders and Invoices management relating to procurement activities
• Assist in human capital development, change management and transformation.