POSITION OBJECTIVE
To provide leadership and direction in the areas of strategic sourcing and category management with the objective of ensuring fair, equitable, transparent, and cost-effective procurement, which complies with all laws and regulations.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A Bachelor’s degree (NQF7) in SCM, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Commence, Business, or Public Management.
- At least seven (7) years’ relevant experience in an SCM department.
- At least three (3) years management experience.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Standard for Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management (SIPDM) and Framework for Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management.
- Knowledge and understanding of the additional legislative requirements associated with public sector supply chain management such as PPPFA and Treasury Regulations.
- Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory environment and legislation governing B-BBEE and supporting elements with focus on Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD), which drives Transformation in the supplier base.
- Technical knowledge of the regulatory environment and the applicable legislation governing transformation and supplier development in South Africa.
- Understanding of the sector specific regulations and ways of working across the construction contractors, CIDB and other industry bodies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Development and Implementation: Category Management Strategies
- Manage the implementation of Sourcing Plan.
- Manage end to end Tender process, including contracting.
- Provide strategic direction and leadership on supply chain management activities and develop an overall supply management strategy for allocated transactions.
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and supplier selection.
- Chair BSC, BEC and participate in BAC as and when required.
- Establish procurements strategies and methods to facilitate sector specific transformation strategies.
- Anticipate future needs and trends in supply chain management, ensuring sustainability and adaptability in the face of changes.
- Continuously improve supply chain management to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste.
- Proactively identify risks related to the supply chain management and develop contingency plans.
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure continuity during emergencies or unexpected disruptions.
- Conduct financial analyses to assess the cost-effectiveness of supply chain management initiatives on allocated transactions.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach.
- Engage with key stakeholders to align activities with category management implementation.
- Encourage and adopt innovative practices and technologies that enhance Tender processes.
- Implement and ensure that all supply chain management activities comply with relevant laws and regulations.
- Prepare regular reports detailing supply chain management performances, cost savings, and strategic goals.
- Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to ethical standards.
- Continuously monitor industry trends and benchmarks to improve supply chain management processes.
- Lead initiatives and act as a liaison for tender processes.
Demand and Acquisition Process: Engineering and Non-engineering
- Demonstrate strong leadership qualities to advise and engage line function partners to comply and align to procurement best practices.
- Lead high level negotiations with procurement partners and suppliers and establish collaborative stakeholder and strategic supplier relationships to maximise the organisation.s influence.
People and Performance Management
- Stakeholder engagement is pinnacle in cultivating and maintaining good working relationships with suppliers and other key external stakeholders, including promoting and SANRAL’s credibility and objectives.
- People and performance management are inherent duties of the role, therefore leading, motivating and developing employees within area of responsibility is critical.
EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE CHECKS
Employment reference checks are a requirement as part of SANRAL’s recruitment and selection process. In order for SANRAL to conduct these checks a consent form needs to be completed and signed by the applicant. As an applicant of this position, you authorize SANRAL to process all the information provided for the purpose of your application for the position as well as the verification and record keeping of such credentials.
Please note that this is a confidential document and is intended for internal use by SANRAL’s Human resources department only.
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
Appointments will be made in accordance with SANRAL’s Employment Equity plan.
SANRAL reserves the right not to fill any position
Closing date for applications: 11 August 2026
If you have previously applied for this position, please submit a new application.
Link to apply for this position: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3004&company=southafr02
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