Supply Chain Manager (Long-term contract until March 2031)

About the position

Supply Chain Manager (Long-term contract until March 2031)We are seeking a highly experienced and credible Supply Chain Manager to lead and manage end-to-end supply chain processes, ensuring effective governance, compliance and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing procurement procedures, supplier management, contracting processes, asset disposal and the implementation of fair, transparent and cost-effective procurement practices.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in public sector procurement, SCM governance and regulatory compliance, with detailed knowledge of frameworks including the PFMA, PPPFA, B-BBEE Act and National Treasury SCM regulations. This role requires an ethical and commercially minded leader who can manage complex stakeholder environments, drive value optimisation, strengthen procurement controls and support strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain Supply Chain Management policies, processes and controls.
  
  
• Manage procurement, sourcing, tender processes and supplier relationships.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with SCM legislation, governance frameworks and organisational policies.
  
  
• Oversee contract management, supplier performance and procurement reporting.
  
  
• Drive value optimisation, cost containment and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  
• Provide strategic SCM support to internal stakeholders and business units.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 8 relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Management or a related field.
  
  
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years’ experience in an SCM Manager role.
  
  
• Strong experience in public sector procurement and governance requirements.
  
  
• Sound knowledge of SCM legislation, including PFMA, PPPFA, B-BBEE and National Treasury regulations.
  
  
• Proven experience managing tenders, sourcing processes, contracts and supplier relationships.
  
  
• Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Analytical
• Negotiation
• Strategic Planning
• Supply Chain
• Procurement
• Stakeholder Management
• Tender Management

Desired Qualification Level:

• Honours

About The Employer:

Energy / Public Sector