RESPONSIBILITIES:

Policy, Systems & Procedure Development

• Develop, review, and implement robust asset and contract management policies, systems, and standard operating procedures in accordance with applicable legislation and national standards.
• Introduce digital solutions or tools for tracking, auditing, and optimizing asset use and contract lifecycle management.

Core Strategic/Operations Objectives Implementation

• Align asset and contract strategies with the organizational objectives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure efficient and effective contract management.

People Management & Ethical Leadership

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, promoting accountability, professional growth, and a high-performance culture.
• Uphold ethical standards in all procurement, contract, and asset management processes, reinforcing transparency within the legislated prescripts.

Stakeholder Management & Relationships

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast asset needs and contract requirements.
• Engage suppliers and service providers effectively to manage contractual relationships and resolve disputes amicably and timeously.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead and coordinate asset-related projects, including procurement, disposal, and contract modifications or terminations.
• Ensure project milestones, budgets, and compliance requirements are met within prescribed timelines.

Budget optimisation

• Monitor the unit’s expenditure against budget to identify cost-saving opportunities while maximizing value.

Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Ensure compliance with legal regulations, company policies, and contractual obligations throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Facilitate the process of monitoring contract performance against agreed service levels and key performance indicators (KPIs) and advising on corrective action where necessary.

Information & Knowledge Management

• Maintain accurate records of all assets and contracts, ensuring timely updates to databases and reporting systems.
• Ensure all records are securely stored, easily accessible, and compliant with recordkeeping standards.

Reporting & Accountability

• Prepare regular reports on asset management, contract management, compliance, and financial metrics for senior management review.
• Perform other tasks as delegated by management.

 DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirements:

• NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Legal, Finance
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in asset management or contract management within a supply chain or procurement environment
• Driver’s License
• Proven track record of successful contract negotiations and asset optimisation.
• Computer literacy – Intermediate MS Package Suite

Preferred

• Professional certification in contract management