Assistant Director: Demand Management SCM

Job Description

The Department is looking for a proactive Assistant Director to lead our Demand Management function within Supply Chain Management. This strategic role is centered on understanding the department's needs and translating them into effective procurement plans. You will conduct market research, analyze requirements, develop procurement methodologies, and ensure all specifications meet quality standards. As a leader, you will also manage a dedicated team, driving them to achieve excellence in procurement planning and execution.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management or a relevant field, as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of three years of professional experience, with two of those years in a supervisory role.
• Possession of a current and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into identified departmental needs in alignment with the SCM strategy.
• Analyze project requirements, perform research, and formulate proposals for implementation.
• Evaluate market research findings to develop and propose effective procurement methodologies.
• Ensure that all procurement activities and outcomes comply with established quality requirements.
• Determine if specifications require the inclusion of any special conditions.
• Gather information from relevant stakeholders using prescribed templates.
• Verify and analyze the collected information for accuracy and completeness.
• Confirm the availability of budget for proposed procurement activities.
• Check the alignment of procurement requests with strategic and departmental objectives.
• Consolidate all requirements into a comprehensive procurement plan for approval by the accounting officer.
• Ascertain whether a specification for a required commodity already exists.
• If no specification exists, oversee the collection of information and compilation of specifications or terms of reference.
• Compile and publish Requests for Proposals (RFPs) as needed.
• Perform general quality assurance on the information contained within the supplier database.
• Formulate and sign performance agreements with all direct subordinates.
• Manage the performance and discipline of the demand management team.
• Oversee the training and professional development of team members.
• Ensure subordinates are equipped with the necessary tools to meet their job requirements.
• Deliver regular and structured feedback on performance to subordinates quarterly.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to enhance the skills and careers of your team.
• Collaborate with Corporate Services to define the human resource needs of the unit.
• Develop and continuously update the service delivery and work plans for the team.
• Offer clear guidance to staff on departmental priorities and their roles in achieving them.
• Manage the process of skills transfer between your team and any external consultants.
• Organize and assign work responsibilities to maintain high performance and quality standards.