Job Description

This role supports the organisation in achieving its goals and objectives, as directed by the Manager: Supply Chain Management. Further to this the functions of operational buying and support to the Supply Chain Department in general administrative duties, data analysis and information gathering, strategic initiative identification, development and execution, contracts administration and management duties, the individual will participate in supplier performance and the administration thereof to ensure compliance with all procurement and contracts management prescripts.
A starting annual Total Cost to Company package of R 1 035 658,70 (negotiable commensurate with experience)
Please note this position is available on a five-year fixed term contract, renewable.
Key Accountabilities
The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, inter alia, include:

• Contracts Governance, Development, Administration: Facilitate the procurement process by sourcing and evaluating supplier quotes, generating and managing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and resolving discrepancies to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of goods and services.
• Contract Performance and Relationship Management: Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with service level agreements, delivery timelines, specifications, and transformation and empowerment conditions.
• Reporting and Administration: Summary for Advert: Prepare and maintain essential reports, including contract registers, spend analysis, and asset registers, while handling all necessary administrative tasks.
• Bid and Tender Administration: Responsible for coordinating and managing procurement processes, including tenders, bid evaluations, and acquisitions, while ensuring compliance with Supply Chain Management (SCM) requirements and delivering regular reporting on outcomes and savings.
• Procurement Administration: Manage and oversee the procurement process, including preparing bid documents, analysing quotations, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring the quality, availability, and compliance of goods and services for the maintenance department.

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and committed individual who meets the following requirements:

• A completed NQF-Level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management or equivalent; or a completed CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply minimum. Additionally, a Legal qualification (Commercial Law or Contractual Law) is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Supply Chain Management in Public Entity/ies.
• 3 - 4 years' SCM Contract Management. Public sector contracts management and administration experience is essential.
• Experience in Capital Projects and Contract Management is essential.
• Experienced in the application of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) in a scheduled 3 public institution.
• Experienced in the application of National Treasury's supply chain management guidelines, Treasury Regulations, Instruction Notes and Supply Chain Management Instruction Notes, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act and the Code of Good Practices.
• Understanding and knowledge of the Supply Chain Management cycle which includes demand, acquisition, logistics, disposal, and supplier performance management.
• Must be able to work independently without direct supervision and be a team player
• Good verbal, written, presentation and communication skills
• Ability to research, analyse, and interpret applicable Supply Chain Management prescripts.

Other considerations:

• Registration/Membership with CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) will be an added advantage
• Computer Literacy: MS Office, Outlook, ERP(SAGE)
• Flexibility to work overtime and/or irregular hours
• Code 8 Drivers license
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Change management skills
• Have transformational leadership skills

Personality and Attributes:
Over and above well-developed technical skills in your specialisation areas, the incumbent must demonstrate, inter alia:

• Must demonstrate fit with the Commissions Values (Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork, Efficiency.
• Ability to present in front of people.
• Task oriented individual who is simultaneously proactive and responsive
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Apt problem-solving ability.
• Time and self-management
• An energetic, committed individual.
• Be a Visionary. A strategic thinker.
• Have strong interpersonal skills.

We offer:

• A conducive, supportive, stimulating working environment.
• Exposure to excellent training opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the attainment of the Commission's vision 2030 of a Competitive, Dynamic, Deconcentrated and inclusive Economy that serves all South Africans.

Employment Equity:

• Over and above operational requirements, our appointment will take into account the country's and organisational Employment Equity imperatives.

Diversity and Inclusion:

• Persons living with Disability are encouraged to apply.
• The Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Application Process:

• All international qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA accreditation certificate.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo psychometric assessments.
• The successful candidate will be vetted for security purposes.
• The Commission reserves the right not to fill this position subject to budget, organisational priorities and other considerations.

Closing Date: 11 July 2025 at 18H00.
If you meet all the criteria above and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference to our economy, then look no further than the Competition Commission! We look forward to receiving your comprehensive CV.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO PROCEED WITH THE APPOINTMENT OF ANY VACANT AND ADVERTISED POSITION.