job description - Manager: Supply Chain Management
Participate in the annual strategic planning cycle to assist the university business units in identifying essential SCM requirements and implementing business decisions for the rest of the organisation.- Establish and manage the functioning of the Bid Specification, Evaluation and Adjudication Committees.
- Manage the effective utilisation of an approved supplier database per the approved SCM policy.
- Drive continuous improvement in SCM to better serve our customers and suppliers.
- Oversee the development and implementation of a supplier performance management system.
- Manage the annual SCM risk assessment and development of the SCM risk register and risk response plan.
- Ensure regular review and reporting of supplier performance; facilitate feedback sessions to rectify issues.
- Assist in guiding departments on budget guidelines, budget preparation models and the budget template for SCM (procurement plans).
- Compile reports on the Directorate’s performance at the required intervals reflecting all relevant stats.
- Provide detailed, accurate information for internal and external audit purposes and action audit issues identified.
- Drive the automation projects in the department to achieve efficiencies.
- Coach, mentor, and motivate staff and build a solid professional team.
- Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports according to the university's performance management policy and procedure.
- Participate in management forums within the University, contributing expertise to enable sound decision-making.
- Manage and ensure that cost-effective and efficient travel management services are provided within the institution.
- Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards.
Competencies:
- A strategic and analytical mind.
- Knowledge of the ITS system would be an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Negotiation skills.
- Organisational and Project Management skills.
- Leadership, mentoring and coaching skills.
- Professionalism, Integrity & honesty.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines.
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The University of Venda is a South African comprehensive rural-based institution, located in Thohoyandou in Limpopo province. It was established in 1982 under the then-Republic of Venda government.