Director: Procurement
One of our clients in the higher education sector is seeking a Director: Procurement for a 6-month contract to lead and manage their procurement and supply chain operations. This senior leadership role requires 6–8 years of relevant experience at a Director or senior management level, ideally within procurement, supply chain management, or a related field. Experience in higher education is an advantage. The successful candidate will be based in Midrand, Gauteng.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.
• 6–8 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management at senior or director level.
• Experience within a higher education setting is advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office Suite.
• Vehicle and valid Driver's License. 

Roles and Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Support executive leadership in achieving departmental and institutional procurement objectives.
• Drive strategic planning initiatives and strengthen procurement governance.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships and internal partnerships.

End-to-End Supply Chain Oversight

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing to contract award.
• Ensure compliance with National Treasury regulations and internal policies.
• Lead tender adjudication processes in collaboration with executive committees.
• Forecast demand and coordinate sourcing of goods and services across departments.

Quality Assurance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain integrity, impartiality, and transparency within the procurement function.
• Identify and proactively manage supply chain risks.
• Ensure compliance with SHE (Safety, Health & Environmental) policies.
• Implement quality assurance systems to meet internal and external audit standards.

Policies, Procedures & Governance

• Contribute to developing and reviewing SCM policies and procedures.
• Align procurement practices with legislative frameworks and institutional values.
• Support continuous improvement through audits and stakeholder engagement.

Training, User Support & Staff Development

• Facilitate orientation and training for staff on SCM policies and procedures.
• Maintain training schedules, registers, and development initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, performance management, coaching, and staff development for the procurement team.

Financial & Resource Management

• Assist in preparing operating and capital budgets for SCM.
• Manage asset procurement, recording, and compliance with financial policies.
• Ensure accurate and efficient account and payment processes.

Reporting, Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare strategic and operational reports for executive and governance structures.
• Implement best practices to improve procurement efficiency.
• Identify trends, manage risks proactively, and ensure zero audit qualifications.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 15 December 2025. Late applications may still be considered until 6 January 2026.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. Should your application be successful, we will contact you. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will remain on our database for possible future opportunities.
 
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