Head of Supply Chain Management

DEVELOP AND MANAGE PROCUREMENT STRATEGY:
Develop and drive the implementation of the Supply Chain Management Strategy.
- Provide specialist advice, and guidance on all matters in the supply value chain
- Develop and maintain Procedures and policies.
- Monitor the implementation of the Supply Chain Management Strategy to ensure optimal adherence and compliance.
- Provide strategic direction to Senior Management Team in the implementation of divisional strategy and goals.
- Develop and review Supply Chain Management Operating Model in line with broader organisational business objectives.
- Provide feedback and monitor successful cascading of strategy, Exco and Board of Directives within the business units.
- Review and Report on the achievement of business unit’s objectives.
- Manage the Department’s strategic business cycle.
- Manage and ensure compliance and implementation of various strategic plans to guide the Corporate plan
- Monitor the attainability and sustainability of Divisional performance standards as per objectives.
- Build and maintain strong, sustainable, respected, and trusted relationships with Business Unit management and all other related stakeholders.
- Ensure a customer focused ethos is paramount in all service rendered by the Department in the empowerment of its Clients
BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY:
Monitor the management of suppliers for efficiency to sustain value for the duration of their contracts
- Negotiates contracts, pricing discounts, and agreements with vendors with an emphasis on maximizing value for organisational funds.
- Analyses complex requests for proposals and prepares recommendations that are legal, ethical and demonstrates value for the organisation.
- Manages complex bid processes including vendors to be solicited, requests for proposals, evaluation of returned proposals, selection of vendors, and award of contracts.
- Develop processes and systems for effective and efficient management of supply chain services across the organisation.
- Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities
- Manage broader transformation of the supply value chain.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:
Oversee divisional operational expenditure against approved budget and introduce corrective measures to ensure financial discipline and accountability.
- Set guidelines on optimal fund distribution/ allocation in accordance with the organisational budget constraints and strategic/ operational requirements.
- Provides guidance on financial efficiencies such as cost/price, cost/volume profit concepts
- Ensure all goods and services purchased comply with the COMPANY'S policies and frameworks
Monitor and report on the operational risk and compliance profile as related to Supply Chain Management.
- Implement internal control measures to ensure a strong internal control environment, good governance and compliance.
- Oversee the management of Operational risks to protect organisational integrity, create value, prevent financial loss and ensure compliance with applicable policies and legislations.
- Support, lead and partake in OHSA initiatives and requirements.
GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE:
Review and implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework
- Monitor execution of annual internal and external audits and ensuing findings address gaps and ensure execution of mitigation strategies.
- Drive constant innovation in the engagement of the Department with technology and its transition in a world of rapid change and advancement where it is expected to be a value adding business partner.
- Support Group Finance in all transversal initiatives, projects or operational deliverables, reporting requirements,
- Evaluate all business plans in the context of compliance to COMPANY'S guidelines and policies.
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT:
Monitor the effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational strategy
- Career Development Plans (CDP) for all staff members.
- Evaluate Resource- and Workforce plans to ensure that departments are well equipped to meet customer and business needs
- Ensure that there is a culture of learning and development in the Division to have skilled workforce.
- Communicate with all members of staff and instil culture of communication within the division.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT:
Build and maintain relationship with relevant External stakeholders and service providers
- Build and ensure effective communication with all stakeholders across the COMPANY
- Intervene and resolve disputes with regard to quality, quantity, delivery date on high level as and when required
FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Relevant Business qualification / Post Graduate recommended
Experience:
10 years procurement experience of which 5 years should be on General Manager Level.
Knowledge:
Business planning and acumen - PFMA and relevant National Treasury regulations - Strategic management - Management information systems - Project management - Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations - BBBEE and PPPFA - Principles and practice of effective supply chain management and financial awareness - All aspects in the supply value chain