Assistant Director: Acquisition Management

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director: Acquisition Management within the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development, specifically in the Directorate of Logistics and Asset Management. The position is based in Gauteng (Pretoria) and offers an annual salary of R487,197 (Level 09). The reference number for this vacancy is 3/1/1/1/2026/324. The department has Employment Equity (EE) targets for African and Indian Males, Coloured, Indian, and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities. **What you will do** * Manage and implement standard operating procedures in the Quotation Unit. * Develop and implement sourcing strategies. * Ensure adherence to Supply Chain Management delegation and policy. * Provide training for personnel of the division when required. * Monitor internal control measures to ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Department. * Manage quotation unit administration. * Contribute to data collection and analysis of categories of suppliers. * Identify industry fragmentation and key suppliers. * Identify appropriate financial indices for classification of suppliers and goods. * Co-ordinate the bids and quotations management process with the National Treasury, reporting on discrepancies. * Conduct a contract administration process for the sourcing of Bids and Demand Management. * Conduct RFX / Auction and develop requests for proposals for improved sourcing. * Develop, implement, and monitor performance measures signifying value and prompt supplier response. * Develop, track, and report savings, spending compliances and variances, and escalate feedback to stakeholders. * Develop a financial basis for negotiation with stakeholders. * Conduct Research and Market Analysis: * Research and analyse market and industry data for identification of business gaps and opportunities for expansion. * Identify industry trends through benchmarking and research of best practices with other Departments and the broader business. * Consult stakeholders and determine the different comparable supplier-specific service offerings and requirements based on the broader national business plans. * Conduct expenditure analyses and benchmarks on current and future price indexes. * Define current and potential supply basis and identify future entrants in the marketplace. * Manage Bids and Demand Management: * Provide management information, statistics, and reporting on quotations. * Compile credible bid evaluation reports and present them to the National Bid Adjudication Committee. * Update quotation register regularly. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Minimum requirements:** * Grade 12 Certificate. * National Diploma in Financial Management / Logistics / Purchasing Management / Supply Chain Management (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification. * Minimum of 3 years' experience at a supervisory level in an acquisition management environment. * A valid driver's licence. * **Job related knowledge:** * Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). * Supply Chain Management Framework. * Treasury Regulations. * Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment. * Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). * Departmental SCM Procedures and policy. * **Job related skills:** * Leadership and Management ability. * Computer literacy. * Project Management. * Communication (verbal and written) and presentation. * Ability to work within a team. **Who should apply** Candidates must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Financial Management, Logistics, Purchasing Management, Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent related qualification. Applicants require a minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience in an acquisition management environment and a valid driver's licence. The ideal candidate should demonstrate knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Supply Chain Management Framework, Treasury Regulations, Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), and departmental SCM procedures and policy. Essential job-related skills include leadership and management ability, computer literacy, project management, strong verbal and written communication, presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team. The department encourages applications from African and Indian Males, Coloured, Indian, and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities, to meet its Employment Equity targets. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-land-reform-and-rural-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-3-1-1-1-2026-324 Source: govpage

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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