Supply Chain Contract Professional at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• 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. 

Duties

• 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. Provides expert procurement advice, guidance, and recommendations to meet the procurement needs of the department. Works closely with all the line managers to ensure departmental procurement needs are met. Lead and manage the sourcing process in the department. Manages all sourcing activities in the department by analysing requirements, developing selection tools and methods that maximise chances to find the best source of procurement, and directing the work of the evaluation committee.
• Provides contracting expert advice and recommendations on contract drafting and contract lifecycle management. Monitors and reviews the progress of contractual agreements, coordinates contract extension or renewal, and, as appropriate, reviews invoices and resolves any problems that arise. Provides advice to the department on the proper use of the various systems used for procurement activities. Provides guidance and recommendations on the design of training sessions on the various systems to educate the department on the proper use of those systems.