ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEMAND MANAGEMENT

The Assistant Director: Demand Management position is a supervisory and strategic role located within the Supply Chain Management directorate at the department’s Head Office. Operating at salary level 09, this post is central to ensuring that the department’s procurement planning is aligned with its strategic objectives, legislative requirements, and available budget. The role sits within the broader public service supply chain environment and requires a candidate who can manage demand from the initial needs assessment stage through to the compilation and implementation of procurement plans. The incumbent will work closely with end users, specification committees, and senior management, and will be expected to provide leadership to a team while ensuring compliance with the regulatory framework governing supply chain management in the public sector.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have Matric or Grade 12, together with an appropriate bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, or Financial Management. A minimum of five years of work experience in Supply Chain Management is required, including at least three years at a supervisory level. A valid driver’s licence is essential. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the Walker financial management system or BAS, as well as a thorough understanding of the legislative framework governing SCM, procurement business processes, and the Batho Pele Principles. Familiarity with the Public Service Regulations Act is also expected. Strong computer literacy, leadership abilities, interpersonal and communication skills, conflict resolution skills, analytical and innovative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and sound planning and coordination skills are all required. The ability to work under pressure and to work extended hours to meet deadlines is also a key requirement.

The duties of the Assistant Director: Demand Management are broad and include conducting a total needs assessment within the department, managing the implementation of the Central Supplier Database, and conducting market, industry, and commodity analyses with reports for approval. The role involves training all end users on the compilation of Demand and Procurement Plans, issuing memos for the submission of annual needs, and managing needs assessment performance in line with the relevant framework. The incumbent will compile, develop, maintain, and implement the departmental Demand Management and Procurement Plan, and will ensure that all departmental SCM policies and legislative frameworks are implemented. Other responsibilities include ensuring that specification requirements are linked to the strategic plan and budget, serving as a member of the Specification Committee, managing the key performance areas of team members, participating in budget projections, compiling bid files for all procurement plan projects, and reporting on procurement plan progress on a monthly and quarterly basis. The post holder may also be required to perform any tasks delegated by the supervisor.

This department is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and aims to promote representivity in terms of race, gender, and disability. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will advance representivity, with specific encouragement for African Females with disabilities on salary levels 8 to 10, African Females on salary levels 11 to 13, and Indian Males on salary levels 7 to 12. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, accompanied by a detailed CV with at least three referees and their current contact details. Major subjects of relevant qualifications should be mentioned in the CV. Applicants are not required to submit certified copies or supporting documents at the application stage; only shortlisted candidates will need to provide certified documents before the interview. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate, and tertiary qualifications may require academic records or transcripts. Non-compliance with any of these requirements may result in disqualification.