SCM SPECIALIST : CAPITAL PROJECTS

Future Africa Consulting (Pty)Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa is seeking a Procurement Manager with a strong background in construction and public sector procurement. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing the RFB process, managing stakeholder engagements, and ensuring alignment with project timelines. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess a minimum of 8 years' experience in a similar role, particularly in managing mega project contracts. Strong knowledge of various forms of contracts like FIDIC and NEC3 is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in procurement within the public sector.
• Experience managing at least 3 mega project contracts.
• Knowledge of contract forms like FIDIC, NEC3, JBCC.

Responsibilities

• Execute and facilitate the RFB process in capital projects.
• Manage project-specific briefing sessions for suppliers.
• Enhance internal control environment and identify risks.

Skills

Procurement

Stakeholder Management

Contract Management

Risk Management

Market Analysis

Education

B Degree or B. Tech in Procurement / Supply Chain Management

Qualification in the built environment

Job description

The main purpose of this role is, not limited to : execute and facilitate the RFB process in capital projects. Ensure the compilation of accurate tender specifications, tender documents and facilitate the entire tender process until conclusion.

THE KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS OF THE ROLE IN FOCUS, ARE :

Ensuring that goods & services are procured in alignment with project timelines

Ensure goods and services for Infrastructure procurement are procured within the defined timelines as per the procurement plan, organizational and divisional Balanced Score Card.

• In collaboration with the requesting department prepare procurement strategy for the acquisition of such infrastructure goods and services.
• Manage project specific briefing sessions for suppliers of engineering and construction services.
• Plan and implement preferential procurement strategy in the implementation of capital projects.
• Plans and implements enterprise and supplier development strategies in the implementation of capital projects.
• Conducts market analysis and guide user departments on appropriate procurement strategies and methods.
• Liaise with TCTA internal clients in relation to procurement of infrastructure goods and services for the implementation of infrastructure projects.

Assist in Contract Management and Administration

Provide inputs into the contract register.

• Review variation orders prior to approval.
• Provide inputs to the policies, procedures and templates.
• Review invoices for accuracy of rates and validity of contracts prior to submission to Finance for payment.

Stakeholder Management

Proactively engage internal and external stakeholders in the preparation of procurement process.

• Keep requesting departments updated on progress with the procurement process.

Enhance the internal control environment, risk management and governance

Identify risks and adequate mitigation measures.

• Implement action plans to mitigate identified risks within the set timelines.
• Ensure submission of relevant information as requested by auditors within the prescribed timelines.
• Inputs into the management action plan to address findings.

Management reporting

Provide procurement information for departmental management monthly and quarterly reporting.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• B Degree or B. Tech qualification in Procurement / Supply Chain Management or any other relevant field of study. A qualification in the built environment would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a purchasing and procurement professional (construction) role preferably within a public sector procurement environment.
• At least 3 mega projects contracts procured (construction) and managed until contract closeout.
• Knowledge of various forms of contract such as FIDIC, NEC3, JBCC.