General Manager: Demand and Contracts Management (2592) needed at The South African National Roads Agency

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• NQF Level 8 Qualification: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Legal.
• Minimum (10) years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, of which 5 years must be management.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• 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.
• 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 construction and infrastructure sector regulations and ways of working across the construction contractors, CIDB and other industry bodies.
• Industry knowledge in terms of broad industry dynamics to engage, encourage, advise, or influence stakeholders and partners on recommended best practices for improved procurement outcome.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Demand Management

• Provide strategic direction and leadership on supply chain management activities and develop an overall supply management strategy and operational plans for all procurement related activities to deliver procurement and contract management solutions.
• Establish procurements strategies and methods to facilitate sector specific transformation strategies.
• Using data analysis and forecasting techniques to accurately predict future demand for goods and services.
• Monitor market trends, customer demands, and internal factors to ensure adequate supply and minimise inventory or stockouts.
• Manage procurement budgets and expenditures to ensure cost control and adherence to financial constraints.
• Manage Organisation Annual Procurement Plan.

Contracts Management and Supplier Relationship Management

• Manage the entire lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiating to executing and monitoring.
• Ensure that contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements while mitigating risks and maximising value for the organisation.
• Monitor contract performance, address issues, and oversee contract renewals or terminations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and cost-efficiency.
• Conduct performance evaluations and hold regular meetings to address issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure cross collaboration between internal and external stakeholders and act as a single point of contact to resolve complex Supply Chain issues and escalations from the operations.
• Responsible for key decisions on Supply Chain operational delivery issues.
• Ensure that Supplier Relationship Management is fully embedded within the operations to foster mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Drive the implementation of new ways-of-working that support leading practice and continuous improvement.

SCM / Procurement Advisory Stakeholder Management

• Provide expert, authoritative advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement strategy and practice to inform business planning and action, encourage innovative approaches and enhance value through improved procurement efficiency and outcomes.
• Develop a strong relationship with internal and external auditors to adequately respond to findings and institute remedial action where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with legislative authorities, voluntary associations, forums, and other organs of state to share and implement best practices.

People Management

• Lead, manage, manage performance, and supervise staff allocated for reviews and other assignments and take responsibility for all outputs of the team.
• Provide functional/technical support, advice and guidance and assist in the transfer of skills to the SCM staff.
• Manage own and staff productivity and deliverables in an effective manner and assume a supervisory role.
• Provide direction and management to the direct reports to ensure they execute the divisional strategy and manage their portfolios effectively.
• Coach, train, guide and develop the SCM staff team.