Senior Sourcing Manager (3005) at The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF7) in SCM, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Commence, Business, or Public Management.
• At least ten (10) years’ relevant experience in an SCM department.
• At least five (5) years management experience.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory environment and legislation governing B-BBEE and supporting elements with focus on Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD), which drives Transformation in the supplier base.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Standard for Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (SIPDM) and Framework for Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management
• Knowledge and understanding of the additional legislative requirements associated with public sector supply chain management such as PPPFA and Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of the construction and infrastructure sector regulations and ways of working across the construction contractors, CIDB and other industry bodies.
• Technical knowledge of the regulatory environment and the applicable legislation governing transformation and supplier development in South Africa.
• Ability to develop sub-sector transformation strategies and implementation plans with realistic targets.
• Excellent negotiation skills to persuade suppliers to offer favourable contract terms and to convince business stakeholders to buy into cost saving strategies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Development and Implementation of Category Management Strategies

• Manage the implementation of Organisation Annual Demand Plan.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership on supply chain management activities and develop an overall supply management strategy.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and supplier selection.
• Establish procurements strategies and methods to facilitate sector specific transformation strategies.
• Design and execute sourcing strategies that align with the organisation’s goals and regulations.
• Anticipate future needs and trends in supply chain management, ensuring sustainability and adaptability in the face of changes.
• Continuously improve supply chain management to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste.
• Forecast future supply needs based on historical data, trends, and strategic plans, ensuring timely availability of resources.
• Proactively identify risks related to the supply chain management and develop contingency plans.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure continuity during emergencies or unexpected disruptions.
• Conduct financial analyses to assess the cost-effectiveness of supply chain management initiatives and procurement decisions.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Engage with key stakeholders to align activities with broader organisational objectives
• Encourage and adopt innovative practices and technologies that enhance supply chain management processes.
• Ensure that all supply chain management activities comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepare regular reports detailing supply chain management performances, cost savings, and strategic goals.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to ethical standards.
• Continuously monitor industry trends and benchmarks to improve supply chain management processes.
• Lead initiatives to streamline supply chain management processes, reduce cost, and improve service delivery levels.

Demand and Acquisition process for engineering and non-engineering

• Demonstrate strong leadership qualities to advise and engage line function partners to comply and align to procurement best practices.
• Lead high level negotiations with procurement partners and suppliers and establish collaborative stakeholder and strategic supplier relationships to maximise the organisation’s influence and to develop and implement procurement arrangements and initiatives that deliver optimal value for money outcomes.