665 Supply Chain Director jobs in South Africa

• The Western Cape Government, through the Western Cape Mobility Department requires the services of a highly capable and self-motivated individual to ensure the provision and delivery of an effective and efficient Supply Chain Management service. This service encapsulates the management, establishment, development and implementation of systems for Supply Chain Management, and the tools, frameworks, strategies, processes and procedures to render services for governance, demand management, acquisitions, contract management, logistics- and asset management.

• An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) (NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management and/or financial management as recognised by SAQA

• 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level

• A valid driving licence, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities

• The successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme

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• Render a governance and demand management service

• Render an acquisition and contract management service

• Render logistics and asset management services

• Guide the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate

• People and Financial Management of the Directorate

• Strategic Capability and Leadership
• Project and Programme Management
• Change Management
• People Management and Empowerment
• Financial Management

All-inclusive salary package of R per annum (Level 13).Note: The remuneration packageconsists of a basic salary (70%) andthe employer's contribution to thePension Fund. The remainder of thepackage may be structuredaccording to your personal needs.

1) Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

2) All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at

3) All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools.

4) The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link:

5) Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To lead and establish appropriate Supply Chain Management (SCM) principles within the organisation by developing, implementing, enforcing and maintaining policies, standards and processes in line with legislation and the strategic objectives of the corporate plan of the Group.

• 4 Year Degree in Supply Chain Management
• MCIPS diploma
• Experience within a state-owned entity Procurement environment - 10 years
• Experience 7 years head of procurement or 10 years experience Manager SCM.

• Microsoft Office
• Knowledge / Experience Procurement Systems
• Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
• Public sector including State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Procurement Procedures
• Finance Principles

• Travel as and when required
• Long hours as and when required

Main Purpose of the Job

To lead and establish appropriate Supply Chain Management (SCM) principles within the organisation by developing, implementing, enforcing and maintaining policies, standards and processes in line with legislation and the strategic objectives of the corporate plan of the Group.

• 4 Year Degree in Supply Chain Management
• MCIPS diploma
• Experience within a state-owned entity Procurement environment - 10 years
• Experience 7 years head of procurement or 10 years experience Manager SCM.

• Microsoft Office
• Knowledge / Experience Procurement Systems
• Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
• Public sector including State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Procurement Procedures
• Finance Principles

• Travel as and when required
• Long hours as and when required

Job category: Others: Education and Training

Location: Durban

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: No

An academic is responsible for ensuring high-quality academic delivery, assessment, curriculum development, and student support across designated modules. This role supports the academic mission of MANCOSA by driving excellence in teaching and learning, enhancing the student learning experience, contributing to research and community engagement, and maintaining academic standards in line with institutional policies and strategies.

• Academic Delivery: Facilitate modules via webinars or face-to-face sessions; ensure alignment with MANCOSA’s Teaching and Learning Strategy; develop high-quality academic content for the Learner Management System (LMS); quality assurance and sign-off of allocated modules; respond to student queries within 24 hours via the “Ask the Lecturer” platform.
• Assessments: Set, mark, and moderate assessments for allocated modules; ensure quality assurance and sign-off of all assessments; participate in AVC and pre-/post-assessment moderation processes; review and update module guides; ensure consistency across academic materials; contribute to curriculum enhancements and documentation; manage daily academic operations for assigned modules; develop innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement; monitor student progress and provide academic support.
• Research, Scholarship, and Community Engagement: Undertake and lead research projects with measurable academic and community impact; supervise honours and master’s students; engage in collaborative community initiatives.

• Essential Qualification : Postgraduate Masters qualification specializing in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management (NQF Level 9)
• Preferred Qualification : Doctoral degree (NQF Level 10).

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia.
• Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge and the ability to provide guidance in the evolving educational spectrum.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in conflict resolution and cooperation.
• Analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt, cope, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in digital literacy.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Learner Management System administration/coordination.
• Background in Academic Management.

Candidates should demonstrate academic acumen and provide relevant expertise within the scope of Supply Chain Management specifically in Logistics Management specialisation.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Supply Chain Management Specialist to join a leading producer of high-quality iron ore products. They are dedicated to sustainable mining practices and contributing positively to local communities.

The Supply Chain Management Specialist will report directly to the SCM Manager. The SCM Specialist is responsible for the procurement of goods and services in line with business requirements, supply chain management policies, and procedures.

• BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying (preferred) or Supply Chain Management
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in supply chain management (5 years of which should be with construction projects procurement environment)
• Must have a valid driver’s license Code EB
• Good exposure to community-based projects (preferred)
• SACQSP registration

Key Performance Areas

Develop, Implement and Maintain Procurement Strategy, Policies and Processes

• Develop a Procurement strategy in accordance with the prescribed format as aligned to the Corporate plan
• Develop, Manage and Maintain the SCM policy based on legislative requirements and submit to EXCO and Board for approval.
• Design and Conduct workshops with the affected groups/divisions of the strategy and policy to adjust or modify associated policies, processes and strategy
• Develop the implementation plan, including action plans, in the prescribed organisational format inclusive of organisational position related to the specific elements
• Make recommendations, related to the strategy, to the relevant role players
• Discuss the implementation of the approved strategy with the relevant role players to enable planning of the implementation
• Obtain and secure the associated resources to enable implementation of the strategy
• Implement the strategy in accordance with the Delegation of Authority
• Develop, manage and maintain an SCM standard operating procedure manual to support the execution of the Procurement Strategy and enable business to obtain its objectives
• Develop, manage and maintain a supplier development , contracts and supplier performance strategy and implementation plan

Manage Operational Activities and Decision Making

• Manage and oversee the procurement of goods and services in line with policy, procedures and relevant legislation across the company Group
• Manage procurement spend in line with budgets across the company Group
• Manage expenditure and purchasing in line with the Annual Procurement plans of the company group
• Approve suppliers in line with relevant legislation, policies and processes
• Approve purchase orders in line with relevant legislation, policies and processes
• Manage tender process for all expenditure above the request for quotation threshold.

Tender Process Management

• Review requests received from business based on the SCM template and request additional information as required
• Assess financial implications of tender based on budget availability
• Manage the approval process for the potential tender and sign off as support of the request
• Submit to procurement committee for approval and advise on content
• Manage and oversee the publication of tenders to the national treasury and compay Group websites and other websites.
• Manage briefing session approach, process and standards
• Sets criteria and standards of review and assessment of responses
• Constitute technical evaluation committee, review and evaluate the technical responses received in line with the approved technical criteria
• Shortlist to second phase including pricing and BBBEE and sign off
• Sets approach for compliance screening

Manage Contracts, Supplier Performance, Supplier Development and B-BBEE

Manage SCM Governance, Risk and Compliance

• Manage, enforce and monitor National Treasury SCM legislation, procedures and practice notes within the SCM function and the Company
• Manage compliance to other relevant industry specific legislation within the SCM function
• Manage annual procurement plans in line with National Treasury requirements
• Report to National Treasury on a quarterly basis against procurement plans, tender spend, contracts and deviations from process
• Report to EXCO monthly with regards to SCM spend across the Group
• Report relevant Board committees on a quarterly basis.

Management of Stakeholder relationships (EXCO/Procurement Committee/Project Portfolio Committee/Board/Board Sub-Committees/National Treasury)

• Act as CEO Nominated member of the National Treasury SOE SCM forum, represent committee meetings, raise concerns at a national treasury level, ask questions represent the LB
• Sit on various committees to represent SCM
• Member of the SOE Procurement Forum
• Member of the Project Portfolio Committee
• Provide advice and guidance at all levels of the company Group
• Provide advice and guidance at an executive and board level
• Reporting at an EXCO and Board level on SCM across the company Group
• Present SCM requirements at staff induction

Departmental and People Management

• Performance Management
• Capacity Planning
• Financial Management

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience

• 3 Year Degree in Supply Chain Management
• MCIPS diploma
• Experience within a state-owned entity Procurement environment 10 years
• Experience as head of procurement / Manager:SCM 7 years head of procurement and 10 years Manager SCM.

Critical Competencies

• Microsoft Office
• Knowledge / Experience Procurement Systems
• Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
• Public sector including State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Procurement Procedures
• Finance Principles

Additional Requirements

• Travel as and when required
• Long hours as and when required

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To lead and establish appropriate Supply Chain Management (SCM) principles within the organisation by developing, implementing, enforcing and maintaining policies, standards and processes in line with legislation and the strategic objectives of the corporate plan of the Group.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience

• 4 Year Degree in Supply Chain Management
• MCIPS diploma
• Experience within a state-owned entity Procurement environment - 10 years
• Experience 7 years head of procurement or 10 years experience Manager SCM.

Critical Competencies

• Microsoft Office
• Knowledge / Experience Procurement Systems
• Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
• Public sector including State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Procurement Procedures
• Finance Principles

Additional Requirements

• Travel as and when required
• Long hours as and when required

Role: Supply Chain Management Practitioner

Salary: R

Location: Pretoria

Duration: 3 months

Educational Qualification and Experience:

• A Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.

• A minimum of 3-5 years' working experience in Supply Chain Management or related field

• Knowledge in applicable legislation i.e. Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), PPPFA, Supply chain management policies, procedures, processes, Practices notes and Treasury regulation.

• Working knowledge of ERP D365 system and other SCM systems

• Skills: Advanced computer literacy, interpersonal and people management skills, negotiation and conflict management skills, ability to manage complex and diverse projects, ability to interact with and engage multiple stakeholders and with very strong and diverse views, ability to work independently, managing resources effectively and ability to work under pressure

• Attributes: Customer focused, decisive, results oriented, attention to detail, honesty and integrity and accountability and ethical conduct

Major Challenges and Responsibilities:

• Provide support in the procuring and purchasing of goods and services, daily processing of the purchase requisition

• Prepare RFQ/P for purchasing of goods and services; source quotations in compliance with the regulations;

• Ensure compliance requirements in terms of SCM thresholds; advise divisions and assist with preparation of SCM Documents

• Administer the end-to-end tender and quotation process including preparations of specification/ terms of reference, bid documents, briefings session, bid evaluation/

adjudication process and contract management

• Provide secretariat service to the Bid Committee

• Prepare divisional annual procurement plans, and bid advert

• Ensure compliance to SCM policies and procedures, rules and regulations, legislative objectives and other related frameworks

• Receive delivered goods and verify/sign delivery note/invoices against the purchase order

• Coordinate the supplier payment process, preparing of the SCM checklist for payments of suppliers' invoices; processing and forwarding invoices from suppliers for payment

• Administer and maintain supplier/vendor database and registration processes

• Maintenance and record keeping of database registration forms for new suppliers and retaining existing suppliers;

• Source compliance documents from the supplier

• Compile monthly reports as per Treasury or the data requirements: Commitment reporting (monthly, quarterly and annually)

Email CV to

Closing Date

2025/09/29

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

DEDAT 46/2025

Job Title

Supply Chain Management Officer: Asset Management, Ref No. DEDAT 46/2025

Department

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Salary level

7

Enquiries

Mr. Trevor Malgas at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render asset management services.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year asset management and administrative experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Conduct the asset register maintenance safeguarding of assets and asset verification; Execute administration and governance on the disposal of assets; Render a secretariat service; Preform human resources management; Provide implementation of the Asset Management Framework.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: PFMA; Supply Chain Management; Procurement Prescripts; LOGIS system; Skills needed: Proven Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Excellent report writing; Problem Solving; Analytical; Organising and Planning; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

R – R per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance,pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to You may contact the helpline at Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.