Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand Management Services, Ref No. DSD 82/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 413,000 - 487,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government, Department of Social Development in Cape Town, seeks a Supply Chain Management Practitioner to render demand management services under Ref No. DSD 82/2026.

You will develop procurement plans, sourcing strategies, and standardized specifications, while ensuring records management and compliance with PFMA and related directives. Applicants should have a 3‑year post‑school qualification in relevant fields, 3 years SCM experience, and a valid driving licence; Shortlisted

Qualifications

• 3 year post‑school qualification in Financial Management, SCM Policy Development or Law.
• At least 3 years of related supply chain management experience.
• A valid code B or higher driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Compile annual procurement plan and progress reporting.
• Develop commodity sourcing strategy.
• Develop standardised specification and terms of reference.
• Facilitate records and information management of the Division.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Operational thinking

Computer literacy

SCM systems

Planning and organising

Language

Communication

Numeracy

Presentation

Interpersonal relations

Flexibility

Teamwork

Policy analysis

Independent work

Work under pressure

Driving

Education

Financial Management

SCM Policy Development

Law

Job description

Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand Management Services, Ref No. DSD 82/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260913-2

Tracking Number DSD 82/2026

Job Title Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand Management Services, Ref No. DSD 82/2026

Department Social Development

Salary level 8

Enquiries Mr A Kamalie at [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a demand management service.

Relevant 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.

Recommendation None.

Key Performance Areas

• Compile annual procurement plan and progress reporting
• Develop commodity sourcing strategy
• Develop standardised specification and terms of reference
• Facilitate records and information management of the Division

Working knowledge of the following

• 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 in the following

• 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

Remuneration

R 413 001 - R 486 501 per annum (Salary level 8)

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 will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.