Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand Management Services
Western Cape Department Of Social Development
- Location
- Western Cape
- Salary (as advertised)
- R413 001 – R486 501 per year
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role, identified by reference DSD 82/2026, is based at the Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. It offers a salary range of R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The specific job title for this position is not explicitly stated in the provided description, but the role involves responsibilities primarily within supply chain management and information/records management. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this position include: * Compiling annual procurement plans and progress reports. * Developing commodity sourcing strategies. * Developing standardised specifications and terms of reference. * Facilitating records and information management for the Division. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications and Experience:** * Relevant 3-year post school qualification (Financial Management, SCM Policy Development, Law). * A minimum of 3 years related supply chain management experience. * A valid code B (or higher) driving license. (NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply). * **Competencies:** * Working knowledge of: * Policy Development. * Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations (NTR’s), Provincial Treasury Directives / Instructions (PTI’s). * Strategic sourcing and preferential procurement / Black Economic Empowerment (BEE). * SCM regulations, policies and procedures, applicable delegations, asset management forms as per policies and procedures. * Financial management processes. * Procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement. * Procurement policies / procedures / contract management. * Records Management – inclusive of registry services, and policy and procedures governing these functions. * **Skills:** * Analytical thinking. * Operational thinking. * Computer literacy. * SCM Systems. * Planning and organising. * Language. * Communication. * Numeracy. * Presentation. * Interpersonal relations. * Flexibility. * Teamwork. * Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policies. * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. * Ability to work under pressure. * Driving. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role possesses a relevant 3-year post-school qualification in Financial Management, SCM Policy Development, or Law, combined with a minimum of 3 years of related supply chain management experience. They must demonstrate strong working knowledge of policy development, public finance management regulations (PFMA, NTR’s, PTI’s), strategic sourcing, preferential procurement, SCM regulations and procedures, financial management processes, procurement best practices, and records management. Key skills include analytical and operational thinking, computer literacy, SCM systems proficiency, planning and organising, communication, numeracy, presentation, interpersonal relations, flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to analyse, conceptualise, implement policies, work independently, and meet deadlines under pressure. A valid Code B (or higher) driving license is generally required, with an accommodation for individuals with disabilities who have reasonable access to transport. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-social-development-vacancies-3#spani-ref-dsd-82-2026 Source: govpage
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- At least 3 years of experience.
- Driver's licence
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