Acquisition & Procurement Admin Officer (SCM)

EdUpStairs; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 304,000 - 372,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in Cape Town is seeking a Procurement/Acquisition Specialist with a 3-year plus tertiary qualification and experience in supply chain within acquisition management. You will support market testing, budget alignment, and procurement planning while ensuring compliance with SCM policies and regulations.

The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) or National Diploma in SCM/Procurement/Public Administration or related.
• Relevant years of working experience in Supply Chain within Acquisition Management.
• Knowledge of government procurement systems, PFMA, PPPFA and Treasury Regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, planning and organising abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support in research and needs analysis for the department.
• Lead alignment of budgets with department objectives and annual plans.
• Consolidate procurement plans and report monthly to Head Office.
• Assist in stakeholder consultations to determine challenges, opportunities and risks.
• Analyse needs in line with supply chain strategy and data collection.
• Draft procurement proposals based on research results.
• Prepare and consolidate the Demand Management Plan and related reports.
• Coordinate bid processes, attend bid committee meetings, and manage contract administration.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Numeracy

Interpersonal & diplomacy

Problem solving

Decision making

Statistical skills

Computer literacy

Presentation skills

Planning & organising

Independent work

Adaptability

Education

NQF Level 06 / National Diploma in Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Public Administration

Job description

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in Cape Town is seeking a Procurement/Acquisition Specialist with a 3-year plus tertiary qualification and experience in supply chain within acquisition management. You will support market testing, budget alignment, and procurement planning while ensuring compliance with SCM policies and regulations.

The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to work under pressure.