133 Supply Chain Director jobs in Gauteng

Number of Posts : 1 Package : R – R per annum (all- inclusive remuneration package) Enquiries : Ms Sylvia Mtshali: Tel No: Requirements : An NQF level 7 in any of the following fields of study Accounting, CIMA, ACCA, BCom Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Financial Management, Business Administration and Nyukela Certificate for entry into Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government. A higher qualification of NQF Level 8, will be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at the middle / senior managerial level l relevant to the field of the post. COMPETENCIES: Ability to lead and manage a team, develop strategies, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE, Treasury Regulations, and other relevant legislation. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills. Duties : Develop and implement the departmental Supply Chain Management strategy aligned with legislative and policy frameworks. Manage procurement and contract management processes to ensure compliance and value for money. Oversee asset and inventory management, including the maintenance of a fixed asset register. Ensure effective transport and logistics support services. Lead the development and execution of the departmental demand management strategy and plan. Oversee the demand and acquisition processes, ensuring alignment with financial planning and departmental needs. Establish and oversee the functioning of the Bid Specification Committee (BSC), Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC), and Bid Adjudication Committee (BAC). Provide strategic advice and support to the CFO and executive leadership. Promote good governance, ethical conduct, and anti-corruption measures within Supply Chain Management operations. Support the implementation of procurement systems and controls to mitigate risks and prevent irregular expenditure. Ensure compliance with PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE, Treasury Regulations, and other relevant legislation. Manage human and financial resources within the Directorate. Notes : APPLICATIONS: Qualifying applicants should submit their applications online on the GPG Professional Job Centre website, ( and on : The completed signed new Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Gauteng Office of the Premier reserve the right to utilise practical exercise / test for non-SMS positions and during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). Gauteng Office of the Premier (Oo P) reserves the right to cancel the filling / not fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts 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 committee will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. The successful candidate will be required to conclude an annual perform agreement within three (3) months upon commencement of duty. The appointment of the successful candidate is subject to the issuing of a positive security clearance at the level of Top Secret by the State Security Agency. The incumbent will be required to disclose her/his financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. NB. Requirement for all SMS posts is the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, offered by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: Prospective candidates will not be employed without this certificate. Employer : Office Of The Premier Location : Johannesburg Closing Date : Criteria Questions Do you have an NQF level 7 in any of the following fields of study Accounting, CIMA, ACCA, BCom Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Financial Management, Business Administration? Do you have the Nyukela Certificate for entry into Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government? Do you have 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level in a corporate services environment? Please Notes : Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: JHB -CH-1

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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

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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

Reference: JHB -CH-1 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. Duties & Responsibilities 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. Minimum Requirements: 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Introduction

Our client is a supplier of steel and coal products for the mining industry. The client is looking for a Contracts Specialist (Supply Chain Management) with the following key criteria:

• A minimum of 3 years relevant supply chain or related; procurement, contract management experience. Adept in working with MS Office, various databases and contract management systems.
  Understanding of Enterprise Resources Planning and/or Cloud based procurement solutions (e.g. SAP MM, Coupa).

PURPOSE:

• To manage, coordinate and administer contracts with suppliers.
• To assist the Manager, Group Contracts and Procurement with improving contract coverage and achieving commercial savings.

MAJOR CHALLENGES:

• Providing a contract management service to multiple Business Units, for multiple commodities.
• Continuous pressure exists on continuously improving in terms of cost effectiveness, innovation and productivity.
• Turnaround times of contract establishment and Statement of Work.
• Maintaining and effectively executing high volumes of users demands and active contracts.

Job Location: Centurion is a small town in Gauteng Province, South Africa.

Contract period: 12 Months

Duties & Responsibilities

Best Practice and Knowledge Management

• Identify and support the implementation of process and system enhancements to continuously improve contract management process.
• Study/research best practice processes and benchmark the Company processes at regular intervals.
• Assist in mitigating risk in terms of contractual exposure to the Company.

Business Partner Enablement

• Identify, evaluate and support business partners/end-users to develop disciplined sourcing execution capabilities.
• Provide process advice to business partners/end-users through in-transaction guidance and support.
• Work with various internal and external stakeholders to expand and enrich supply chain content.

Compliance, Governance and Assurance

• Ensure supplier stakeholders comply with relevant regulatory requirements.
• Consolidate reports and provide feedback to the Manager, Group Contracts and Procurement on appropriate contract management reporting and governance requirements.
• Collaborate and communicate with suppliers.
• Implement portfolio targets in alignment with legislation and charters (e.g. Mining Charter, Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE), etc.).
• Provide guidance to stakeholders to ensure adherence to all policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

Contract Management

• Compile and manage contracts with service providers.
• In conjunction with internal stakeholders, ensure that all relevant category strategies and governance requirements are met.
• Negotiate, conclude and administer contracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Evaluate contractual terms and conditions and provide recommendations.
• Responsible for the proactive management of contract lifecycle milestones for a portfolio of contracts.
• Record and monitor contract compliance and renewal applications.
• Investigate the need for contract extensions and terminate contractual relationship upon completion if required.
• Obtain approval for relevant contracts and documentation in line with governance requirements and departmental budgetary stipulations.
• Manage the end-to-end contract management process.
• Develop and implement contracting portfolio project plans.
• Develop, socialise and implement contracting strategies.
• Ensure all contracting plans incorporate and address Social and Labour Plans (SLP’s), Mining Charter and BBBEE preferential procurement objectives.
• Compile tender documentation, issue Request for Quote (RFQ), adjudicate tenders in collaboration with technical and commercial specialists.
• Ensure guidance and planning to contract modifications, price adjustments and contract close out.
• Contribute to supplier development including Local Economic Development.
• Develop and maintain key supplier agreements with a continuing focus on efficiency gains.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through product substitution, market testing, or other means.
• Actively participate in organisation planning as it relates to procurement activities.

Customer and Client Relationship Management

• Maintain a database of supplier information and continuously ensure that integrity and quality of data are relevant and of required standard.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers in the development of Service Level Agreements (SLA's) with suppliers.
• Support onboarding of new suppliers and manage supplier relationships.
• Proactive engagement with suppliers and internal stakeholders related to contractual matters, i.e. disputes, claims, performance etc.
• Build and nurture effective and influential relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, and partners.

Functional Excellence

• Adhere to functional policies, standards, guidelines, procedures, end-to-end processes, tools, templates etc.
• Assist in standardising, simplifying and speeding-up functional processes, eliminating duplication and bureaucracy.
• Apply functional best practices, promote sharing of best practices and knowledge.

Internal Business Processes

• Provide weekly feedback on progress related to contract lifecycle management activities.
• Conduct monthly reporting on contracting process.
• Ensure procurement savings occur.

Performance Management

• Identify reporting needs and validate against framework.
• Determine capability and performance gaps in order to identify training needs.

Safe and Healthy Work Environment

• Maintain and ensure a healthy environment and safe operations Practices while ensuring compliance with all applicable Safety Health Environment and Community (SHEC) policies and procedures in line with set standards.
• Encourage a culture that focuses on safety in all operations.

Behavioural Alignment

Demonstrates the following:

• Creativity, collaboration, sociable and awareness to the ecosystem.
• Stewardship, accountability, ability to develop trust, safety conscious and ethical.
• Ability to respond quickly to business needs/agility, flexibility, continuous learning, innovation and proven ability to experiment on creative business solutions.
• Ability to be inclusive, eagerness for multiple skills, embraces multiple cultures, accepts different approaches and be human-centric/empathetic.
• Results oriented, quality driven, excellence, entrepreneurial abilities, efficient and effective.

Desired Experience & Qualification

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 3 years relevant supply chain or related; procurement, contract management experience. Adept in working with MS Office, various databases and contract management systems.
  Understanding of Enterprise Resources Planning and/or Cloud based procurement solutions (e.g. SAP MM, Coupa).

EXPERIENCE

• Relevant supply chain or related; procurement, contract management experience.

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Overview

Our client, a leader in the Supply Chain and Logistics industry, is seeking to employ an experienced Operations Director to their leadership team, based in Benoni, Johannesburg.

10 years' experience in the transport industry, with at least 7 years in Executive Management secures this senior appointment.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you!

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or Transport Management
• Postgraduate degree will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in the transport industry, with at least 7 years in Executive Management .
• Strong background as an operational strategist .
• In-depth knowledge of planning, loading, weight distribution, and cargo securing on trucks.
• Experience in Urgent, Express, and Cross-Border Road Freight .
• Exposure to Materials Handling (e.g., forklifts, tie-down methods, Hazchem operations).
• Experience with in-house systems (e.g., LMS or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of compliance management principles and practices .
• Proven knowledge of investigation processes and procedures .
• Familiarity with learning and development frameworks within an operational environment.
• Strong understanding of local regulatory compliance in transport and logistics.
• Demonstrated experience in the management of health and safety standards .
• Knowledge of security systems and related equipment management .
• Experience in security monitoring and conducting compliance inspections .
• Sound understanding of Total Quality Management methodologies .
• Knowledge and handling experience of dangerous goods regulations .
• Proficient in ensuring internal audit compliance .
• Demonstrated ability to manage Health and Safety in operational environments .
• Working knowledge of basic Environment, Health and Safety requirements .
• Awareness of corporate Environment, Health and Safety objectives .
• Understanding of Environment, Health and Safety incident reporting protocols .

Responsibilities

Basic Function

• Provide strategic planning, leadership, and coordination of all operational business units and departments.
• Support business development, innovation, and financial disciplines through operational leadership.
• Monitor and analyse operational efficiencies, cost effectiveness, and performance across all activities.
• Fulfil fiduciary duties as a Board Member, ensuring sound management and financial stability.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships while driving strategic direction.

Operational Management

• Direct and coordinate overall operational functions of the company.
• Analyse logistics to ensure cost-effective and efficient product and supply transport.
• Manage inbound/outbound logistics, warehouse operations, safety and quality.
• Evaluate financial impact of logistics changes (e.g., routes, volumes, 3rd party carriers).
• Assist in the development and management of operational budgets.
• Contribute to new project proposals and operational planning
• Develop and implement goals, policies, and procedures for operations.
• Foster strong relationships with partners, vendors and distributors.
• Recommend and enforce policies to enhance operations.
• Coordinate cross-departmental business plans and staff execution.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of operational staff.
• Integrate logistics with business systems such as Finance, IT, HR and Business Development.
• Address HR matters related to operations.
• Design and use models to evaluate logistics services.
• Identify and eliminate operational risks.
• Act as liaison between clients and operations teams to maintain long-term relationships.
• Manage projects, strategy, planning, negotiation and innovation development.
• Enforce corrective actions for improved performance and track results.
• Promote team versatility through training and development.
• Oversee operational HR administration.
• Ensure full use of company technology and processes in operations.
• Design and manage the operational MIS and reporting systems.

Management of Business Units and Departments

• Oversee operational output, KPIs, and performance across business units, branches and departments.
• Coordinate group-wide operations for consistency and efficiency.
• Manage budgets and ensure delivery within set parameters.
• Maintain KPIs, SLAs and achieve cost benchmarks.
• Support business development through sourcing of new opportunities.
• Maintain fleet availability to ensure 100% operational readiness.
• Deliver operational statistics via MIS.
• Provide fleet management and advise on vehicle procurement.
• Ensure vehicle safety, security and live tracking.
• Oversee abnormal load transport in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain robust import/export capabilities.
• Ensure full Proof of Delivery capability.
• Maintain strong industry network and role-player relationships.

Customer and Supplier Service

• Manage service level agreements with customers and suppliers.
• Maintain compliance with statutory entities and government-related stakeholders.
• Foster internal communication across branches and divisions.

Human Resources and Industrial Relations

• Manage operations staff and ensure alignment with company expectations.
• Ensure access to policies and procedures for all team members.
• Promote adherence to company code of conduct and disciplinary procedures.

Administration

• Oversee daily operations reporting, KPIs, executive reports and presentations.
• Control and reduce operational expenses through cost-saving initiatives.

Training and Development

Ensure timely staff training, including mandatory and soft skills development.

Customs

• Oversee clearing and forwarding operations ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure the customs department supports business functions effectively.

Environment, Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with OHS and company safety policies.
• Manage safety and security of cargo, equipment and staff.
• Enforce access control and PPE compliance.

Decision-Making

Take appropriate action within delegated authority limits.

Key Performance Indicators

Achieve targets outlined in annual individual KPI goal-setting forms.

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Overview Our client, a leader in the Supply Chain and Logistics industry, is seeking to employ an experienced Operations Director to their leadership team, based in Benoni, Johannesburg. 10 years' experience in the transport industry, with at least 7 years in Executive Management secures this senior appointment. A wonderful career opportunity awaits you! Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or Transport Management Postgraduate degree will be an advantage. Minimum of 10 years' experience in the transport industry, with at least 7 years in Executive Management . Strong background as an operational strategist . In-depth knowledge of planning, loading, weight distribution, and cargo securing on trucks. Experience in Urgent, Express, and Cross-Border Road Freight . Exposure to Materials Handling (e.g., forklifts, tie-down methods, Hazchem operations). Experience with in-house systems (e.g., LMS or equivalent). Solid understanding of compliance management principles and practices . Proven knowledge of investigation processes and procedures . Familiarity with learning and development frameworks within an operational environment. Strong understanding of local regulatory compliance in transport and logistics. Demonstrated experience in the management of health and safety standards . Knowledge of security systems and related equipment management . Experience in security monitoring and conducting compliance inspections . Sound understanding of Total Quality Management methodologies . Knowledge and handling experience of dangerous goods regulations . Proficient in ensuring internal audit compliance . Demonstrated ability to manage Health and Safety in operational environments . Working knowledge of basic Environment, Health and Safety requirements . Awareness of corporate Environment, Health and Safety objectives . Understanding of Environment, Health and Safety incident reporting protocols . Responsibilities Basic Function Provide strategic planning, leadership, and coordination of all operational business units and departments. Support business development, innovation, and financial disciplines through operational leadership. Monitor and analyse operational efficiencies, cost effectiveness, and performance across all activities. Fulfil fiduciary duties as a Board Member, ensuring sound management and financial stability. Maintain strong stakeholder relationships while driving strategic direction. Operational Management Direct and coordinate overall operational functions of the company. Analyse logistics to ensure cost-effective and efficient product and supply transport. Manage inbound/outbound logistics, warehouse operations, safety and quality. Evaluate financial impact of logistics changes (e.g., routes, volumes, 3rd party carriers). Assist in the development and management of operational budgets. Contribute to new project proposals and operational planning Develop and implement goals, policies, and procedures for operations. Foster strong relationships with partners, vendors and distributors. Recommend and enforce policies to enhance operations. Coordinate cross-departmental business plans and staff execution. Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of operational staff. Integrate logistics with business systems such as Finance, IT, HR and Business Development. Address HR matters related to operations. Design and use models to evaluate logistics services. Identify and eliminate operational risks. Act as liaison between clients and operations teams to maintain long-term relationships. Manage projects, strategy, planning, negotiation and innovation development. Enforce corrective actions for improved performance and track results. Promote team versatility through training and development. Oversee operational HR administration. Ensure full use of company technology and processes in operations. Design and manage the operational MIS and reporting systems. Management of Business Units and Departments Oversee operational output, KPIs, and performance across business units, branches and departments. Coordinate group-wide operations for consistency and efficiency. Manage budgets and ensure delivery within set parameters. Maintain KPIs, SLAs and achieve cost benchmarks. Support business development through sourcing of new opportunities. Maintain fleet availability to ensure 100% operational readiness. Deliver operational statistics via MIS. Provide fleet management and advise on vehicle procurement. Ensure vehicle safety, security and live tracking. Oversee abnormal load transport in compliance with statutory requirements. Maintain robust import/export capabilities. Ensure full Proof of Delivery capability. Maintain strong industry network and role-player relationships. Customer and Supplier Service Manage service level agreements with customers and suppliers. Maintain compliance with statutory entities and government-related stakeholders. Foster internal communication across branches and divisions. Human Resources and Industrial Relations Manage operations staff and ensure alignment with company expectations. Ensure access to policies and procedures for all team members. Promote adherence to company code of conduct and disciplinary procedures. Administration Oversee daily operations reporting, KPIs, executive reports and presentations. Control and reduce operational expenses through cost-saving initiatives. Training and Development Ensure timely staff training, including mandatory and soft skills development. Customs Oversee clearing and forwarding operations ensuring compliance and efficiency. Ensure the customs department supports business functions effectively. Environment, Health and Safety Ensure compliance with OHS and company safety policies. Manage safety and security of cargo, equipment and staff. Enforce access control and PPE compliance. Decision-Making Take appropriate action within delegated authority limits. Key Performance Indicators Achieve targets outlined in annual individual KPI goal-setting forms. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Overview

As a member of the Operations Leadership Team, this role is instrumental in shaping the operations strategy, building operational capability, and driving a culture of excellence across the national network of QSRs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related discipline (essential).
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (advantageous).
• Minimum 10 years experience in a senior operations / sales leadership role with direct accountability for sales, profit, and people management.
• Experience in retail, service, or multi-outlet industry is highly regarded.
• Proven track record in people development and achieving measurable results.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and analyse data.
• Exceptional leadership, planning, and operational execution skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal ability.
• Exposure to multinational or large corporate environments preferred.
• High integrity, resilience, and work ethic.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver world-class operations standards across equity and QSRs.
• Drive sales growth, profit improvement, and cost optimisation across the South African market.
• Champion brand standards and ensure a consistent "one-system" customer experience.
• Develop and foster strong stakeholder relationships across franchise and equity operations.
• Build capability through people development, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide operational expertise through business reviews, field visits, conferences, and forums.
• Instil a strong culture of accountability, service excellence, and performance delivery.

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As a member of the Operations Leadership Team, this role is instrumental in shaping the operations strategy, building operational capability, and driving a culture of excellence across the national network of QSRs. Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related discipline (essential). MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (advantageous). Minimum 10 years experience in a senior operations/sales leadership role with direct accountability for sales, profit, and people management. Experience in retail, service, or multi-outlet industry is highly regarded. Proven track record in people development and achieving measurable results. Skills & Competencies Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and analyse data. Exceptional leadership, planning, and operational execution skills. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal ability. Exposure to multinational or large corporate environments preferred. High integrity, resilience, and work ethic. Key Responsibilities Deliver world-class operations standards across equity and QSRs. Drive sales growth, profit improvement, and cost optimisation across the South African market. Champion brand standards and ensure a consistent "one-system" customer experience. Develop and foster strong stakeholder relationships across franchise and equity operations. Build capability through people development, innovation, and continuous improvement. Provide operational expertise through business reviews, field visits, conferences, and forums. Instil a strong culture of accountability, service excellence, and performance delivery. "Looking for a role that aligns with your package expectations, job level, or industry expertise? Apply now via our career portal: