Procurement Analyst: Local Government Supply Chain Management

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

Job summary

A government entity in South Africa is seeking a qualified Supply Chain Manager to ensure a value-based Supply Chain Management system. The role involves compliance assessment, training design, and strategic procurement initiatives to enhance service delivery. Candidates must possess a degree in Supply Chain Management and have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a Local Government context. The position offers an annual salary of R 468 459 - R 561 894, alongside various service benefits.

Benefits

Medical assistance

Housing assistance

Pension-fund contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Supply Chain Management within Local Government.
• Valid code B (or higher) driving license required.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess municipal supply chain policies for compliance and offer guidance.
• Design and implement supply chain training interventions.
• Develop and perform strategic procurement initiatives.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Accounting and Finance

People Management

Policy Analysis against legislation

Supply Chain Management

Critical analysis of procurement information

Process automation and digitization

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

3-year B-Degree in Supply Chain Management, financial management, Commerce or Law

Job description

Job Purpose

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure a value based Supply Chain Management system and Asset Management system that facilitates good governance and that effectively responds to socio-economic requirements and enhances service delivery.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Supply Chain Management, financial management, Commerce or Law; A minimum 3 years experience in Supply Chain Management within a Local Government or Strategic Sourcing environment; 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.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Assess municipal supply chain and asset management policies to determine and monitor compliance with applicable statutory requirements, while assisting municipalities with related opinions and guidance and reporting on related statistics; Design and implement supply chain and asset management training Interventions to develop skills and capacity within municipalities; Participate in, coordinate and facilitate discussion platforms for knowledge and information sharing at relevant forums, focus groups and workshops; Identify, develop and perform strategic procurement initiatives applicable to municipalities in liaison with a range of provincial stakeholders, using various procurement methods; Assess and provide comments to suppliers, complainants and municipalities regarding suppliers grievances and/or appeals against tender processes and the SCM system within municipalities; Perform analysis and participate in budget and governance review processes regarding SCM and AM in municipalities through various provincially integrated municipal engagements; Develop, promote and participate in a municipal supplier development programme in liaison with the Department of Economic Development and Tourism.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Data Analysis; Project Management; Accounting and Finance; People Management; Policy Analysis against legislation; Local Government Supply Chain Management environment; Operational procurement in the public sector using different sourcing methods; Evidence of critical analysis of procurement information; Strong data analytics capabilities; Aptitude for process automation, digitization and innovation; Written and verbal communication skills.

Remuneration

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

Note on remuneration: In addition to 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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