Website South African National Parks (SANParks)
South African National Parks (SANParks) is the government body that manages South Africa’s 19 national parks, conserving the country’s natural and cultural heritage. SANParks also operates tourism facilities within the parks, offering accommodation and a variety of activities. SANParks provides a wide range of activities and overnight options, which can be explored and booked on their website. Many parks offer various accommodation types, including self-catering chalets, guesthouses, and caravan and camping sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Commerce
- Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) can be beneficial.
- 5-7 years of experience in supply chain management with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role working in or within public sector organisation.
- Ability to develop and implement effective supply chain strategies that align with good organisational goals.
- Understanding of procurement policies and compliance requirements.
- In-depth knowledge of supply chain management processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimise supply chain management operations.
- Strong leadership skills to manage teams, projects, and cross functional initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with various stakeholders, including officials, suppliers and team members.
- Experience in managing relationships with suppliers and negotiating contracts.
- Ability to manage budgets and financial aspects of supply chain management operations.
- Commitment to driving continuous improvement and efficiency in supply chain management processes.
Responsibilities
- Managing the end-to-end supply chain management processes.
- Developing and enforcing policies and procedures to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective supply chain management processes.
- Tracking and analysing key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain.
- Identifying potential risks within the supply chain and implementing strategies to mitigate them.
- Working closely with other departments and stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for supply chain activities.
- Ensuring all supply chain activities complies with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Reviewing and developing high-level procurement strategies.
