Deputy Director Demand Planning Acquisition

SUMMARY:
 Job purpose:

• To manage the acquisition and demand planning of goods and services in the organization.

• An appropriate three-year National Diploma/B Degree (at least 360 credits) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management or related SCM/Finance field.
• Six (6) years appropriate proven experience in Supply Chain Management of which three (3) years was in a managerial role
• Computer literacy that includes a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of relevant legal requirements particularly BCEA AND Public Service Act.
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Policies and National Treasury regulations.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Processes and Policies
• Latest Z83 form filled.

POSITION INFO:
Incumbent will be responsible:

• Provide support with regard to the development of supply chain management policies and strategies
• Ensure that policies are in line with the organisation’s strategic objectives, Treasury Regulations and the Government BBBEE frameworks
• Identify deficiencies in policy framework, procedural guidelines and work processes within the Supply Chain Management business unit
• Design, implement and maintain effective procurement control systems to ensure compliance to policy and procedures on a continuous basis.
• Communicate changes to policy, procedures and work processes to staff in the business unit and train/coach staff in applying these, where required.
• Communicate with all cost center managers with regards to their procurement plans
• Consolidate all procurement plans into one for the whole of organization
• Facilitate the reporting on the progress of the procurement plan to OCPO and other internal platforms
• Assist the specification committee with compilation of the terms of reference or specifications as it relates to SCM prescripts and legislative requirements
• Oversee the scheduling of the advertisement of tenders
• Oversee the advertising of tenders
• Conduct industry analysis for specific products and devise a sourcing strategy.
• Conduct market analysis for specialized sourcing request.
• Analyze repetitive sourcing request and determine consolidative solutions
• Set, agree and monitor performance of direct reports, check that it is aligned with planned targets.
• Allocate work according to the individual workload, expertise, and developmental needs of the individual.
• Identify development and succession planning requirements.
• Ensure employment equity compliance.
• Monitor that outputs achieve business requirements.
• Facilitate staff productivity and efficiency, minimizing absenteeism and turnover figures.
• Motivate staff through the implementation of various reward mechanisms
• Facilitate departmental communication through appropriate structures and systems
• Manage the budget of the unit and monitor expenditure patterns as per the prescripts

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