Interim Supply Chain Manager (6 Months Contract)

We are inviting experienced and suitably qualified candidates to provide outsourced Interim Supply Chain Management services for a period of up to six (6) months. The appointment is temporary and subject to early termination. The successful candidate will take full accountability for outputs and deliverables, with services rendered under the direction of the CFO.

KEY OBJECTIVE

To establish, manage, and maintain a compliant, efficient, and effective Supply Chain Management (SCM) function, while providing operational leadership across procurement, asset management, travel, fleet, facilities, risk, and compliance within the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supply Chain Management & Strategy

• Manage and maintain a fully compliant SCM function in line with PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, and policies
  

• Develop and implement SCM strategies, operational plans, and continuous improvement initiatives
  

• Oversee procurement planning, sourcing, tendering, bid evaluation, and contract management
  

• Drive cost -saving initiatives and efficiencies across procurement and contracting
  

Governance, Compliance & Audit

• Ensure full compliance with SCM legislative and regulatory frameworks
  

• Act as the primary point of contact for Internal Audit and the Auditor -General
  

• Oversee SCM reporting for Annual Reports and Financial Statements
  

• Manage procurement, asset disposal, and contract compliance
  

Asset, Inventory & Facilities Management

• Lead the company’s asset and inventory management systems
  

• Oversee asset acquisition, verification, disposal, and loss control
  

• Manage facilities, office accommodation, and infrastructure maintenance
  

• Lead annual stock -takes and asset audits
  

Risk, Reporting & Information Management

• Maintain SCM risk registers and implement mitigation plans
  

• Oversee SCM data integrity, supplier databases, and reporting
  

• Prepare quarterly SCM expenditure, commitment, and performance reports
  

Travel, Fleet & Operational Support

• Manage travel, accommodation, and fleet administration
  

• Implement cost -effective travel and fleet management practices
  

People & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and manage a small SCM team (2–3 direct reports)
  

• Provide SCM advisory services to executives and management
  

• Drive capacity building, knowledge transfer, and compliance training
  

• Ensure sound labour relations and performance management practices
  

Requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Extensive senior -level experience in Supply Chain Management, preferably within the public sector or SETA environment
  

• Proven knowledge of PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, SCM prescripts, and audit processes
  

• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and advisory capability
  

• Hands -on operational approach within a small SCM environment
  

• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail