Director : Transversal Contracting x2

National Treasury; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department is seeking a Director: Transversal Contracting to oversee the management of transversal term contracts and develop sourcing strategies for government. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least 5 years of managerial experience in supply chain management, and complete a specific leadership program. This role supports important socio-economic objectives through effective supplier management.

Qualifications

• A Grade 12 is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience at a managerial level in supply chain management.
• Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme.

Responsibilities

• Manage a commodity unit within Transversal Contracting.
• Develop sourcing strategies for government.
• Coordinate the management of supplier performance.

Skills

Knowledge of research and Project management methodology

Knowledge of SCM prescripts and directives

Knowledge of broader policy framework on SCM

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics or related field

Job description

Job title: Director: Transversal Contracting x2

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: November 17, 2025

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Purpose of the Role

To manage a commodity unit within Transversal Contracting, responsible for the efficient facilitation and processing of transversal term contracts on behalf of government.

Qualifications / Requirements

• A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Economics or Business Economics or Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management or Purchasing Management or Commercial Law or Business Management or Business Administration;
• A minimum 5 years’ experience at a middle or senior managerial level obtained in a supply chain management environment;
• Knowledge of research and Project management methodology;
• Knowledge of the broader policy framework on SCM, (PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA);
• Knowledge of SCM prescripts and directives; and
• Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment.

Key Performance Areas

Market Research

• Review adequacy of existing transversal contracting policies in conjunction with relevant stakeholders;
• Develop a long-term transversal contracting proposal and sourcing strategy for government, Research a short-term supply stabilization strategy in conjunction with relevant stakeholders;
• Consult Supply Chain and Value Chain analysis to identify process improvement opportunities, Identify opportunities for cost saving measures through life-cycle costing, economies of scale and total cost of ownership of transversal term contracts;
• Propose a standardized process that will meet the requirements and specifications of users in compliance with policy and procedures; and
• Conduct market research to determine commodity trends on usage, leasing, etc.

Design, Develop and Implement transversal term contracts Strategies

• Develop implementation plan for sourcing strategy including contract management;
• Develop implementation plan for sourcing strategy including contract management;
• Provide technical support for the entire SCM processes;
• Design a methodology for quantification of economic benefits; and
• Provide technical support for supplier due diligence.

Improve internal control strategies

• Develop and review risk profiles for transversal contract procurement;
• Enhance transparency and compliance with SCM processes; and
• Provide support for implementation of risk mitigation strategies.

Improve contract management in external environment

• Provide technical support to all spheres of government;
• Promote long term supplier relationships.

Supplier performance management and reporting

• Coordinate the management of supplier performance; and
• Coordinate the management of contract performance.

Promote government socio-economic objectives

• Support black economic empowerment development;
• Support Proudly SA products, local content and related policies;
• Support SMME development; and
• Support all policies with development and transformation agenda.

Closing Date

10 November 2025