Practitioners – Supply Chain Management (3 vacancies) needed at South African National Parks

Requirements

• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management
• Entry-level certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) can be beneficial.
• SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• 1-3 years of experience in supply chain management working in or within a public sector organisation.
• Basic understanding of supply chain management processes.
• Ability to analyse data and generate reports to support supply chain management decision-making.
• Good Communication skills for interacting with suppliers, team members, and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in procurement.
• Basic problem-solving skills to address routine supply chain issues.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues and other departments.
• Understanding and adhering to ethical standards and public sector policies in all supply chain management activities.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay updated with industry best practices and public sector requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the implementation of supply chain management processes.
• Maintaining accurate records, performing data entry, and analysing supply chain data to support decision-making.
• Communicating with suppliers to obtain quotes, track purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Ensuring compliance with public sector regulations and policies and maintaining proper documentation for all supply chain management activities.
• Generating and distributing reports on supply chain management activities.
• Providing administrative support to the supply chain management team, including scheduling meetings, and preparing documents. And coordinating with other documents.