ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN AND ASSETS MANAGEMENT REF NO: TNC/CO/25 – 11/3

POST 44/61 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN AND ASSETS MANAGEMENT 

REF NO: TNC/CO/25 – 11/3 

Nature of Appointment: Permanent 

SALARY : R468 459 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits 

CENTRE : Central Office 

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate or NC(V) Level 4 certificate. A recognized undergraduate qualification / Bachelor’s degree / National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Purchasing Management / Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management or related qualification. A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in Supply Chain Management/Procurement (Demand, Acquisition and Contracts). Understanding and interpretation of applicable systems and Central Supplier Database (CSD). P

ractical knowledge of managing three bid committees. This position requires a dynamic individual with practical expertise in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, and reporting. Further skills and competency requirements relate to strategic capability and leadership, problem solving and analysis, technical proficiency, quality management, communication, people management and empowerment. The incumbent must be service delivery orientated, customer focused, maintain high integrity and be able to perform in a team environment. 

Good knowledge of legislative framework and prescripts applicable to the public sector will be an added advantage. Good computer skills. Candidates must be willing to travel, work irregular hours and be committed to meet deadlines within tight timeframes. A valid driver’s license. 

DUTIES : Ensure compliance with Supply Chain Management processes and procedures. Develop and implement the College Supply Chain Strategy in terms of Demand, Acquisition and Contract Management. 

Perform contract management function and ensure compliance. Give progress to the end user regarding the submitted requests for goods, services and or works. Supervise and lead a team that renders demand, acquisition, contracts, and risk and performance management. 

Conduct needs analysis, develop Annual Procurement Plan, and monitor projects as approved on the plan. Compile and update bid register, compile tender (bid) documents in consultation with the Bid Committees, publication of specifications, receive bids and details of the awards. 

Advise the College on SCM matters, develop, implement, and maintain policies. Provide secretarial support to bid committees and ensure minutes are timely distributed. Prepare management reports and safe keeping of all Supply Chain Management information and documents for records and audit purposes. 

Respond to audit queries. Manage the resources of the Unit. Manage the College’s Assets Unit. Take overall responsibility for the addition and disposal of the college’s assets. Manage the asset verification process and the update of the asset register. Manage the college’s inventories.

ENQUIRIES : Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact Mr TH Ngubane Tel No: (012) 401 1989 / Ms JM Nyalunga Tel No: (012) 401 1940 APPLICATIONS : Email to ASDSupplychain@tnc.edu.za 

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the New Z83 which must be fully completed, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications including academic records, driver’s license, and identity document. Please take note that communication in relation to the process will be limited to the short-listed candidates. If you have not received any correspondence within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

note: Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process: criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, and qualifications. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge/competence test. 

The College/DHET reserves the right not to make appointments. Preference will be given to African male, African female, Coloured male, Coloured female, White male, Indian male and White female as per the EE targets of the College. People with disability are encouraged to apply. All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. 

CLOSING DATE : 12 December 2025