Jobs at SANParks – Procurement Officer

Job Description:

Persons who meet the above requirements can forward their electronic applications, together with a Cover Letter, CV, certified copies of their ID, driver’s license and relevant qualifications to:

Job Responsibilities:

• To execute effective Supplier relationship management, Contract management, Industry and market analysis and Commodity Management.
• Build and maintain healthy interpersonal and inter-team relationships
• Negotiate and coordinate conclusion of the agreements with suppliers to meet customer expectations
• Provide support in all aspects related to the procurement of goods, works, services and consulting services.
• Execute purchasing of goods and services and manage procurement administration
• Use own discretion to manage problems/risks and make recommendations timeously
• Maintain purchase records and other important data
• Execute integrated sourcing and procurement processes and follow prescribed public procurement procedures towards fulfilling procurement needs
• To coordinate all procurement activities as informed by the Procurement Plan
• Demand Planning, forecasting, and planning
• Knowledge of Sourcing and Procurement processes in the public sector and relevant legislation is essential.
• Ensure commodities and services are supplied timeously and at expected quality levels
• Perform and guide on bid specifications, evaluation of tenders and management of contracts/purchase orders within set policies and standards

Job Requirements:

• Computer literacy is essential – MS Word, Outlook and Excel – proof of qualification/course required
• Excellent interpersonal skills, effective team management and leadership abilities, as well as negotiation skills;
• A valid driver’s license (Code EB) accompanied by a willingness and ability to travel (note: own vehicle is required);
• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Procurement/Logistics.
• A working knowledge of relevant legislations, including PFMA; PPPFA; CIDB, B-BBEE Act and its codes of good practice, and General Procurement Guidelines.
• A valid South African resident status and strong knowledge of South Africa’s procurement procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, highly analytical and good planning skills are essential.
• Applicant must be flexible and have the ability to meet tight deadlines and work without supervision
• Official accommodation will not be available.
• The specialist in Procurement will be required to have 3 – 5 years of working experience in the public sector procurement.
• Grade 12 certificate

Job Details:

Company: South African National Parks – SANParks

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Addo, Eastern Cape, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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