JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Director Procurement will lead the university’s procurement function to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely acquisition of goods and services aligned with VUT’s strategic objectives and compliance frameworks.

Key performance areas include but are not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership on procurement function for the university
• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans and sourcing strategies aligned with institutional goals.
• Manage and motivate the supply chain management team ensuring projects are delivered on time.
• Manage the full tender process, from drafting specifications to contract award, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Lead supplier and contract management, including negotiation, performance monitoring, and adherence to BBBEE and transformation targets.
• Oversee procurement governance, risk management, and maintain internal controls to prevent fraud or abuse.
• Drive procurement digital transformation initiatives, including e-procurement platforms.
• Prepare regular reports for executive leadership and the Council.
• Lead and train the procurement team while managing stakeholder engagement.
• Continuously review and enhance systems and processes, recommending and implementing improvements that drive operational excellence.

APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:

• NQF level 8 qualification in either Accountancy, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ proven experience in supply chain and/or procurement of which 3 years must be at management level.
• Membership of CIPS level 4 will be an advantage.
• Computer literacy and proficient in procurement-related systems.

Skills:

• Strategic thinking and planning
• Problem solving
• Leadership capability
• Financial capability
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ethical judgement and integrity
• Team collaboration
• Stakeholder management

Deadline:3rd October,2025