Deputy Director: Purchasing and Bids at Mangosuthu University of Technology

Key Performance Areas

• Perform a demand management function
• Manage the university Bid processes
• Actively manage Procurement Compliance and Risks
• Prepare Procurement Monthly, Quarterly and or ad hoc reports.
• Manage Procurement Staff and Bid Secretariat.

Minimum Requirements

• A recognized bachelor’s degree, OR an NQF level 7 qualification in Purchasing Management /Public management/ Business Administration/ Logistics Management/Supply Chain Management.
• At least 3-5 years’ work experience in the similar role within Supply Chain Management specializing in Procurement at the University environment.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement-related legislation including.
• Public Finance Management Act.
• Framework for Supply Chain Management.
• Code of Conduct for Supply Chain Management Practitioners; Treasury Regulations. Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
• Understanding and interpretation of applicable systems and Central Supplier Database(CSD).Recommendations:• Certified Level 4 on CIPS or any similar e.g., CPSM, CSCP

Competencies

• Understanding of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Ability to work on Microsoft suite such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Good report writing acumen, and ability to prepare presentations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Closing Date: 24th October, 2025