Job Description

Co-ordinating the Procurement Function at Central Office (including amongst others, procuring goods and services, liaising with suppliers, obtaining quotations / tenders, guide in developing specifications, negotiating contracts and contract administration according to procurement policy). Cost management by applying best sourcing strategies. Act in direct support to the research function. Evaluation of quotations and tenders in terms of PFMA/PPFFA & Treasury Regulations. Manage the procurement process. Implementation of SCM policy and regulations. Source all suppliers at Central Office. Promoting procurement empowerment (BEE/HDI). Internal control compliance. Make presentations to the Bid Adjudication Committee and Corporate Tender Committee. Ensure that the risks related to Supply Chain Management are adequately addressed. Evaluation of supplier's performance. Attend to audit queries. Give procurement guidance to business units and management. Provide leadership to subordinates. Tender Administration.


National Diploma / B Degree Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Logistics, Purchasing / Public Administration or related field. 3 years' supervisory experience in Supply Chain Management or Procurement. 3 years' experience as a Senior Buyer or equivalent position will be an added advantage. Experience in a research environment in general will be an added advantage. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. Good communication skills (written & verbal). The ability to establish & maintain working relationship with others, Knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA Act, Treasury. Regulations, PPP2022 and other relevant legislation. Valid SA driver's license.

Enquiries: MR Velaphi Zikalala,

Tel (012) 427-9728

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:03 APRIL 2025

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver's license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.



SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.