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About the job
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.
| 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.
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| 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 444 036 per annum (Salary Level 9)
Note on remuneration: 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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. |
