Director: Supply Chain Management (P5) (Finance Expenditure: Supply Chain Management)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Responsible for the overall performance of the Supply Chain Unit.
- Ensure an effective and efficient Supply Chain Management value chain.
- Drive SCM unit to excellence in all aspects of supply chain management aligned to the institution’s strategic objectives.
- Develop initiatives to optimize value of the entire functions in creating a world class SCM unit.
- Manage performance to ensure attainment of institutional goals and objectives.
- Develop, implement and monitor SCM policies and procedures in line with relevant legislation and fit for purpose industry practices.
- Ensure high quality consistent performance and standards across all operations.
- Drive compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to procurement.
- Demand Management and Expenditure Control.
- SCM Unit Talent Management.
- Customer Relationship Management.
- Supplier performance and relationship management.
- Ensure attainment of the University Supplier and Enterprise Development targets.
- Continuous risk assessment and mitigation thereof
- Continuous control environment enhancement.
Minimum requirements
- Postgraduate/Honours in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (NQF 8)
- 8 years’ experience - preferably in the supply chain management role
- At least 5 years of proven people management skills within medium to large environment, at senior leadership level.
- 3-5 years’ experience within an SCM environment
- A Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification would be an advantage.
- Maintain high level of integrity and ethical standards
- Critical thinking
- Strategic leadership, analytical and problem solving driven
- Emotional Intelligence
- Strong judgment and decision making
- Service Orientation
- Strong negotiation capabilities
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relations with ease.
- High level of organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced/highly pressurized environment.
- Understanding of the financial management/accounting principles, forecasting, and data analytics
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Keep abreast of the changes in legislation and supply chain management regulations.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
