Regional Manager: Supply Chain Management

Requirements

• Be in a position of a Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics or Finance or Public Administration.
• 4- 6 years’ work experience in an SCM environment with 3 years at supervisory level
• In-depth knowledge of the Public Sector Supply Chain Management regulatory framework, including the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, PFMA (as applicable), PPPFA, Treasury Regulations,
• Practice Notes and related policy directives.
• Sound knowledge of the Bid Committee system, including roles, governance requirements and delegations of authority.
• Knowledge of National Treasury prescribed reporting requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of public sector strategic planning processes, including alignment to APPs, Corporate.
• Plans and Regional, as well as approved budgets.
• Advanced knowledge of contract management principles, including performance monitoring, variations, renewals, and risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of stakeholder management within a regulated public sector environment.
• Knowledge of internal control systems, risk management and audit processes in public sector.
• Conflict management and dispute resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Negotiation skills within a regulated procurement environment.
• Project management skills.
• Financial and budget management skills.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel,
• PowerPoint and relevant SCM systems).
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) at all organisational levels.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Emotional intelligence and ethical leadership.
• Self-discipline and accountability.
• Legislative review and interpretation capability.
• Strategic management and leadership skills.
• Project and programme oversight.
• Financial stewardship.
• Decision-making in risk management and mitigation.
• Advanced problem-solving and diagnostic capability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation and compliance of SCM policies, SOPs and control frameworks aligned to PFMA/MFMA, Treasury Regulations and internal policies.
• Monitor and report on irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure, including implementation of consequence management.
• Ensure audit readiness through proper record keeping and implementation of internal and external audit action plans.
• Provide governance oversight to bid committees and ensure ethical procurement practices.
• Manage the consolidation and approval of the Corporate and Regional
• Demand Management Plan aligned to approved budgets and operational plans.
• Manage and monitor the implementation of the Annual Procurement
• Plan and procurement schedule in the region.
• Ensure proper acquisition in terms of the relevant thresholds.
• Ensure proper functioning and compliance of Bid Specification, and Evaluation Committees.
• Monitor procurement lead times and adherence to turnaround standards.
• Ensure fair, equitable, transparent, and competitive sourcing processes in line with preferential procurement legislation.
• Manage the management of all regional contracts to ensure validity,
• compliance and performance against agreed deliverables and service levels.
• Monitor contract milestones, renewals, and expiry dates to prevent lapses.
• Ensure proper contract variation and extension processes in line with delegations.
• Implement supplier performance management systems, including performance reviews and corrective actions.
• Maintain and monitor a compliant supplier database, including BBBEE and preferential procurement targets.
• Manage regional logistics and asset management processes to ensure effective control and safeguarding of resources.
• Ensure proper asset verification and disposal processes in line with legislative requirements.
• Monitor SCM expenditure against approved budgets and cash flow projections.
• Promote cost-effectiveness and value for money in all procurement activities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate SCM-related risks and implement appropriate internal control measures.
• Ensure segregation of duties and strengthening of control environments.
• Compile and submit accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual SCM performance and compliance reports.
• Provide strategic advisory support on SCM matters.
• Lead, manage and develop the regional SCM team, set performance targets, and promote a culture of accountability, ethical conduct, and service delivery excellence.