Manager II: Procurement (P7) (Finance: Financial Support Services: Supply Chain Management: Procurement Department)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
Job description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the procurement office and ensure efficiency.
- Improve requisition turnaround times while monitoring performance metrics.
- Track, manage, and ensure timely processing of all requisitions to support organisational needs.
- Ensure accurate and quality submission of all procurement requests referred to the relevant tender committee, in line with the delegation of authority.
- Identify and implement opportunities or strategies for value creation through commodity consolidation and long‑term sourcing solutions to optimise resource allocation and streamline procurement processes.
- Build and maintain healthy relations with UJ internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage and resolve client issues in a timely manner and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
- Effectively manage team performance to drive team productivity and accountability.
- Ensure adherence to SCM policy and procedures throughout stages of the procurement process.
- Effectively manage and resolve audit queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requirements.
- Reporting on procurement KPI’s including annual, quarterly and monthly reports as required.
Minimum requirements
- A Bachelors’ degree (NQF 7) in Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years' job related experience (working in all aspects of the supply chain management functions).
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in management of staff.
- Knowledge of MS Office suite.
Recommendations:
- Experience in the Higher Education sector and/or research sector is highly desirable.
- Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in management of staff and working on ERP systems.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Good written and oral communication and skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to maintain effective relationship with wide constituent group of University employees, students, external funders, other universities, and the public, negotiate effectively with stakeholders.
- Be result-oriented, have strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and proactive.
- Be meticulous and have keen eye for detail, identify and mitigate risks.
- Maintain high level of integrity and ethical standards.
- Have exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm in time of uncertainty, conflict and stress.
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms Nqobile Shezi (Senior Manager: Contracts & Tenders) on Tel: (011) 559 4555
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr. Litha Mnqandi (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3116
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.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.