Assistant Director - Demand Management

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 468 000 - 562 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in South Africa is seeking a qualified individual for procurement planning and data analysis. The role involves compiling annual procurement plans, managing supplier data for reporting, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management or data analytics and hold a B-Degree or higher. A valid driving license is also required, along with strong project management and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical assistance

Pension fund contributions

Housing assistance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management or data analytics.
• A valid Code B or higher driving license is required.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze user requirements to implement the procurement plan.
• Manage data for supplier databases to inform reporting and visualization.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and manage project goals.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Reporting

Planning and organizing

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

B-Degree or higher

Job description

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to collect data and analyse user requirements and to prepare and implement an annual procurement plan.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience within Supply Chain Management/ Finance/Economics environment/ Business analytics and/or data analytics; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Assist in the compilation of the procurement plan aligned to the strategic plan, goals, and budget, compliant with the applicable legislative requirements; Execute the process for reviewing expenditures, setting and approving forecasting assumptions; and for providing direction for developing demand forecasts across strategic sourcing and non-strategic sourcing items by utilising various tools and technologies to inform future need, trends and forecasting; Develop and implement a strategic sourcing strategy per strategic commodity using statistics, payment data, planning data, tools, templates, forms and generate informative management responses; Manage the data from the available supplier databases and utilize the information to inform reporting and data visualisation; Oversee, coordinate and advise on the process of drafting specification/terms of reference and special conditions of contract are in accordance with legislation and best practices; Ensure compliance with relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of component projects and goals; Manage information by applying tools and technologies to inform decision-making in government operations by utilising technical and data analysis, reporting and project management to inform strategic decsions; Produce reports, enhance service delivery, support transparency, support integration / collaboration across departments government spheres and within the external market, within SCM and Branches; Management of staff, Progressive discipline, SPMS.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards;Project Management; Principles and processes for providing customer services which Include customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction; Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques. Skills needed: Verbal and written communication; Problem-solving; Planning and Organising; Managing Interpersonal Conflict; Diversity Management.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary Level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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