DEPUTY DIRECTOR: WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT

This position is a senior management role within the Department of Home Affairs, situated in the Branch: Finance and Supply Chain Management. As Deputy Director for Warehouse Management, the incumbent is accountable for overseeing the department’s warehousing function, ensuring that all inventory control, storage, and dispatch activities operate efficiently, lawfully, and in line with the broader supply chain strategy. The role requires a blend of strategic leadership and hands-on operational oversight, ensuring that warehouse operations support the department’s service delivery objectives while remaining compliant with all relevant legislative frameworks. The post is graded at an executive management level and forms part of the departmental structure responsible for financial and supply chain governance.

To be considered, candidates must possess an undergraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Purchasing Management, or Public Management at NQF level 6, recognised by SAQA. In addition, at least three years of experience at Assistant Director or Junior Management level within a warehousing management environment is essential. The role also demands a thorough working knowledge of key legislative and regulatory instruments, including the Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, the Constitution, National Treasury Regulations, and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework. Familiarity with the Logistical Information System, including experience as a LOGIS System Controller, is required, as is knowledge of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, the Standard Chart of Accounts, and departmental and human resources legislation. Applicants must be willing to travel and work extended hours when required.

The core responsibilities are wide-ranging. The Deputy Director must ensure that all requisitions are complete and accurate, advising business units on how to correct recurring non-compliance and errors. The role involves representing the warehousing function in compliance and risk management forums, monitoring adherence to audit standards, and upholding quality assurance across all warehousing activities. The incumbent must identify and address potential risks related to warehousing processes, systems, and infrastructure to guarantee business continuity and regulatory compliance. The position also entails coordinating and implementing warehousing management within the department, developing and implementing policies, procedures, and directives, and maintaining sound working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Effective management of human, physical, and financial resources is central to the role, along with coaching and guiding staff on best practices and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic capability, and service delivery innovation, alongside client orientation, people management, and change management skills. Other key competencies include decision-making, negotiation, problem-solving, communication, presentation, planning and organising, computer literacy, numerical skills, and business report writing. Personal attributes such as honesty, integrity, accountability, and patriotism are also expected.

This is a demanding but rewarding position for an experienced warehousing professional. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment. The department adheres to the Protection of Personal Information Act, ensuring that all personal data submitted is processed solely for recruitment purposes. Candidates with foreign qualifications must provide SAQA evaluation certificates, and all applicants should ensure their applications include a comprehensive CV and the relevant Z83 form, as detailed in the original circular.