SUPPLY CHAIN ACCOUNTANT

Agricultural Research Council; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Procurement Coordinator to oversee procurement functions at their research campus. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for promoting procurement empowerment. Join a team dedicated to supporting research initiatives and making a significant impact in the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation and contract administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement functions and manage supplier relationships.
• Evaluate quotations and tenders according to regulations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to procurement teams.

Skills

Procurement Management

Cost Management

Supplier Liaison

Contract Negotiation

Internal Control Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Certification in Procurement

Tools

Procurement Software

Tender Management Systems

Job description

• Co-ordinating the Procurement Function at OVR Campus (including amongst others, procuring goods and services, liaising with suppliers, obtaining quotations / tenders, guide in developing specifications, negotiating contracts and contract administration according to Procurement Policy).
• Cost management by applying best sourcing strategies.
• Act in direct support to the research function.
• Evaluation of quotations and tenders in terms of PFMA/PPFFA & Treasury Regulations.
• Manage the procurement process.
• Implementation of SCM policy and regulations.
• Source all suppliers at OVR campus.
• Promoting procurement empowerment (BEE/HDI)
• Internal control compliance.
• Make presentations to the Institute Bid Adjudication Committee and Corporate Tender Committee.
• Ensure that the risks related to Supply Chain Management are adequately addressed.
• Evaluation of supplier’s performance.
• Attend to audit queries.
• Give procurement guidance to business units and management.
• Provide leadership to subordinates.
• Tender Administration.