About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is on the lookout for a Senior Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand based in Pretoria. This vital role plays a crucial part in ensuring that the department’s procurement processes align with its strategic objectives. By effectively managing demand and procurement plans, the successful candidate will contribute significantly to the efficient use of public resources, ultimately enhancing service delivery to the community.
Working in this position means more than just fulfilling duties; it involves being a part of a system that impacts the lives of South Africans daily. The role is essential for maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of supply chain management within the public sector, creating a ripple effect that benefits the entire nation.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to fostering an efficient, effective, and accountable public service. Its mission focuses on improving service delivery through strategic management and innovative policies. By working within this department, you will be engaged in meaningful work that aims to enhance the quality of public service for all South Africans and ensure transparency and fairness in procurement processes.
What You’ll Do
- Update and maintain the Department’s annual demand and procurement plan to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Report on the progress of the procurement plan on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Coordinate the drafting of specifications and terms of reference in compliance with the Departmental Supply Chain Management policy and relevant legislation.
- Facilitate Bid Specification Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee meetings to compile, consider, and approve terms of reference.
- Maintain and update the Supply Chain Management registers, including contracts and deviations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
What You’ll Need
- A 3-Year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent qualification at NQF 6/7 as recognized by SAQA.
- 2-3 years’ experience in a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel, and Outlook).
- In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Public Finance Management Act and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
- Strong competencies in communication, teamwork, planning, and execution.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to the recruitment address provided below.
Requirements
A 3-Year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics / Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6/7 as recognised by SAQA.2-3 years’ experience in a related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel and Outlook etc.
) Generic Competencies: Quality of work.
Reliability.
Initiative.
Communication.
Interpersonal relations.
Teamwork.
Planning and execution.
Technical Competencies: In-depth knowledge of: Public Finance Management Act.
Framework for Supply Chain Management.
Transversal systems, i.
e.
LOGIS and BAS.
Tender and contract administration.
Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
BEE Framework and BBBEE Act.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Update and maintain the Department’s annual demand and procurement plan to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.Report on the progress of the procurement plan on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Coordinate the drafting of specifications and terms of reference in compliance with the Departmental Supply Chain Management (SCM) policy and relevant legislation.
Coordinate Bid Specification Committee (BSC) and Bid Adjudication Committee (BAC) meetings to facilitate the compilation, consideration, and approval of terms of reference.
Maintain and update the SCM registers (contract, deviation, variation and expansion etc.
) ensuring accuracy and completeness.
