Senior Officer: Procurement and Helpdesk at South African Medical Research Council

The Finance and Operations Directorate of the South African Medical Research Council, which includes Finance, Operations, Supply Chain Management (SCM) and IT, plays an integral support function in enabling the organization to fulfil and achieve its vision in ‘building a healthy nation through research’.

Envisaged for appointment, are dynamic, experienced, competent, dedicated and motivated persons who can take initiative and function responsibly and effectively under pressure.

Core Requirements:

• 3-year National Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• 2 – 3 years’ relevant experience in Supply Chain Management with 1-2 years of Travel Management experience
• Knowledge and application of PFMA and Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Circulars and other relevant legislative framework
• A valid and unendorsed Code B driver’s license or higher.
• National Treasury CSD Knowledge
• Preferential Procurement Regulations, NT Practice Notes, Circulars and other relevant
• Professional engagement with senior stakeholders;
• Sourcing, preferably within (scientific) a research environment Medium to high proficiency of computer skills;
• Report writing, computer, organizing and communication skills.

Advantage:

• JDE Knowledge and SCM ERP systems.

Responsibilities:

• Travel Management
• Timely allocation of all Request through the SCM ERP System
• Acquisition Management
• Supplier Relationships Management
• Ad-hoc assistance to other SCM KRAs
• Stakeholder Management relating to Travel
• Managing and administering supplier contracts impacting on daily procurement activities

Skills and competencies:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadline
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent problem solving skills
• Knowledge of and skills in supplier evaluation
• Ability to process, issue and analyze procurement RFQs
• Analytical thinking, planning and organizing skills
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines
• Excellent follow-through
• Strong administrative skills
• Ability to perform with limited or no supervision
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word and Project.