Supply Chain Executive

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the learner with the required knowledge, practical skills and workplace-based experience to prepare a learner to operate as a Supply Chain Executive. A Supply Chain Executive develops, reviews and monitors the implementation of supply chain strategic plans and policies that are required to coordinate all departments and functional areas to achieve organisational objectives. A qualified learner will be able to: • Develop an integrated supply chain strategy in line with organisational goals. • Develop and review supply chain policies for the implementation and evaluation of supply chain strategic objectives. • Monitor and evaluate implementation of the supply chain strategies and policies.

Supply chain management covers a number of disciplines and occupations in the fields of procurement, logistics and sales. In order for any organisation or company to have an efficient and cost effective supply chain, it requires strategic and tactical planning as well as coordination across the fields of procurement, logistics and sales. The importance of a progression path in support of continuous professional development within the supply chain, aligned to requirements of international professional bodies in this sector, has become increasingly important in a global environment. It therefore became necessary to ensure alignment with international requirements and to provide for career progression at a strategic level to ensure better integration between the various supply chain components at a strategic level. This revised qualification reflects the needs of the international professional bodies and focuses on the development of operational plans, in support of supply chain strategies, to manage, align and coordinate the areas of procurement, logistics and sales. Qualified Supply Chain Executives are critical to the on-going performance of South Africa as an international player in the world economy and they, therefore, need to be equipped with the required knowledge, skills and competencies to remain compliant with national and international standards. On completion of the qualification job opportunities would be available in both the public and private sectors locally and internationally. The qualification would also provide opportunities for career pathways and life-long learning. Target groups identified include learners with an NQF Level 6 qualification and working in the supply chain. Employers will benefit from appointing qualified workers in terms of increased productivity and ability to be competitive in the local and international market.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or by certifying a work experience record. RPL for Access to the Qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may Recognise Prior Learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: • NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematical Literacy and at least 4 years' assessed experience. Or • Relevant NQF Level 6 qualification.

• Formulate an integrated supply chain strategy.
• Evaluate, align and review supply chain policies.
• Monitor and evaluate supply chain strategy and policy implementation.