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The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a Supply Chain Management (“SCM”) service for goods and services that incorporates demand management, acquisition management and contract management.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Government Administration

Job title

Accountant : Supply Chain Management and Assets WCLA10 / 2025

Western Cape, Bellville

Deadline: October 08, 2025

To assist supply chain management services to ensure proper systems, procedures and control for demand, acquisition, logistics, assets and disposal management, and fleet management are facilitated and executed.

• Administer demand management and logistics processes and procedures.
• Ensure the planning and execution of annual procurement plan.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure best practice methodology.
• Responsible for procurement of all goods / services (Quotations and Tenders).
• Provide assistance in drafting and logistical support in respect of specifications, advertisements, bid evaluation, bid adjudication, sub-committees, recommendations and approvals.

• Provide input into the interim and annual financial statements and statutory reports
• Compile SCM payments.
• Provide an administrative and secretariat function for SCM committees.

• Ensure contract registers are in place accordance with prescripts.
• Assist components and SCM Manager in facilitating the development of SLA’s and / or contracts in respect of goods and services procured.
• Ensure the monitoring of suppliers performance.

• Ensure WCLA Fleet is managed and maintained effectively.
• Verify monthly fleet reports.
• Verify the payments.
• Investigate and report on transgressions and damage to fleet.
• Compile a fleet management guideline and procedures.

• Prepare asset register reconciliations and ensure that it balances with the control accounts / main ledger.
• Ensure that assets purchased are capitalized to the asset register monthly and in compliance with GRAP requirements.
• Prepare the annual asset count plan and monitor its implementations to ensure that the asset count is carried out in an effective and efficient way that facilitates the entity’s compliance with GRAP requirements and relevant legislative prescripts.
• Undertake the annual asset count and prepare the draft report for submission to the CEO by 30 April each year.
• Identify assets at the end of their useful life and institute disposal management processes.
• Bi-annual disposal committees to be held to dispose of obsolete assets in line with legislative prescripts.
• Ensure obsolete and impaired assets are correctly accounted for in line with GRAP standards.
• Guide the asset team on various technical matters relating to maintaining of a complete asset register and compliance with GRAP requirements.
• Prepare the final asset register to ensure that it is reconciled and balanced to the annual financial statements by 31 May.

• Responsible for all internal and external procurement reports.
• Responsible for all internal and external supplier reports.
• Responsible for annual procurement plan progress reporting.

• Establish and maintain appropriate systems (analytical tools, information systems, projections of cost behaviour) and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources.
• Perform accurate forecasting, budgeting, and allocation of resources within the unit.
• Assist in managing external contractors and suppliers within the unit.
• Ensure effective identification and management of business risks, resources, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in managing capacity within the unit to ensure sustained service delivery.

• Ensure people development within the unit in line with organisation-wide skills development strategy.
• Assist SCM Manager in ensuring talent management strategies (attraction, retention, development) are implemented within the unit.
• Implement performance management within the unit in line with Human Resources Policies and Guidelines.
• Manage grievances, discipline, and terminations within the division in line with Human Resources policies and guidelines.
• Lead and direct staff within the unit to be able to meet the objectives set for them.
• Build and foster a culture of good governance, customer service, honesty and integrity and world class delivery in the division.

• Working knowledge of relevant Public Sector legislation, e.g. PFMA, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, Administrative Law.
• Working knowledge of relevant industry legislation and regulations, e.g. Western Cape Liquor Act, POPI, PAJA, PAIA.
• Extensive knowledge of Supply Chain Management principles in the public sector.
• Working understanding of standard of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) relating to assets.
• Strong understanding of and a strong commitment to good corporate governance - especially King III.

• High level of report writing skills
• Strong analytical and systematic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Ability to function independently and within a team.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt, managing multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Computer literacy plus advanced proficiency in MS Office.

Mininum Education Requirements

• Relevant 3-year qualification (NQF 6 or NQF 7 qualification)

• Relevant 3 years’ experience within supply chain management
• Working knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and systems (EPS, CSD and WCSEB)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

• Knowledge of fleet management
• Knowledge of financial and procurement systems
• Accounting / Financial Services jobs

Details

Closing Date: 2025/03/24

Reference Number: WCG -8

Tracking Number: DOTP 19/2025

Job Title: Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand and Logistics Management

Department: Department of the Premier

Salary Level: 8

Enquiries: Mr R. Hassiem at

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Purpose: The Department of the Premier, Western Cape, Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform demand and logistics support services.

Minimum Requirements:

1. An appropriate 3-year B-Degree/National Diploma
2. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience

Recommendations:

1. A valid code B driving licence
2. LOGIS certifications

Key Performance Areas:

1. Prepare annual procurement planning and aspects of demand management needs, commodity and market analyses
2. Facilitate drafting of specifications and terms of reference for clients
3. Maintain and supervise payment management process to ensure timely payment and the prevention of irregular or fruitless and wasteful expenditures
4. Perform expenditure analysis with respect to payments, quotations and bids
5. Supervise the effective and efficient management and administration of all provisioning and orders entered on behalf of the department
6. Render systems controller function
7. Build capacity and support users

Knowledge and Skills Required:

1. Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act – PFMA, National Treasury regulations – NTR’s, Provincial Treasury Instructions – PTI’s)
2. Budgeting processes
3. Financial management processes
4. Strategic Sourcing and Preferential Procurement / BEE
5. Broad knowledge on procurement activities
6. Industry trends and best practices per commodity groups
7. Procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement
8. Procurement policies/procedures/contract management
9. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
10. Proven computer literacy
11. Analytical thinking
12. Conflict resolution
13. Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
14. Presentation
15. Problem Solving
16. Research
17. Stakeholder and Relationship management

Remuneration: R 376 413 - R 443 403 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do practical assessments and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Important: 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 . 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.

Policy: The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Join to apply for the Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand and Logistics Management, Ref No. DOTP 19/2025 role at Western Cape Government .

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape, Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform demand and logistics support services.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Government Administration

Job Title: Saas Technical/Operations Director

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE COMPANY

Are you a visionary leader with a strong technical background in SaaS platforms? Do you thrive on operational excellence and driving strategic growth? We are seeking an exceptional Technical/Operations Director to lead and elevate our SaaS operations to the next level.As the Technical/Operations Director, you will oversee the development, management, and optimization of our SaaS platform, ensuring it aligns with business goals and delivers unparalleled value to our clients. You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between technology and business strategy, driving performance, innovation, and operational efficiency.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Define and execute the technical and operational strategy for the SaaS platform, ensuring scalability and innovation.
• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of the SaaS platform, ensuring best-in-class performance and reliability.
• Implement and refine processes for product delivery, client onboarding, and system maintenance to meet SLAs and exceed customer expectations.
• Build, mentor, and lead cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Leverage analytics and reporting to optimize platform performance and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with leadership, sales, and client success teams to align technical capabilities with business goals.

WHO YOU ARE

• Proven experience as a technical or operations leader in a SaaS environment.
• Strong background in software development, cloud technologies, and platform management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of driving operational improvements.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and support staff.
• Strong understanding of SaaS metrics (e.g., churn rate, LTV, CAC) and operational KPIs.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

Reference: NFR -TKa-1

Job Description:

• You should come from a manufacturing, FMCG, or production environment.
• Be the trusted advisor and provide finance and operational support to CFO, CEO and Manco.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and support to operations and leadership teams in pursuit of business goals and objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing commercial strategies to drive revenue growth and enhance profitability while ensuring a first-class customer experience.
• Expansion initiatives in South Africa.
• Develop KPI's to measure business performance.
• Deliver analysis, scenario modelling and insightful reporting on key business, finance and operational metrics and performance indicators and make recommendations for decision making.
• Business partnering, gather information and context from stakeholders, simplify insights, provide accurate business performance updates, and develop recommendations to overcome market and business volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.
• Analyze monthly manufacturing and deployed cost and performance versus the forecast.
• BOM costing.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Manufacturing resource planning.
• Lead project initiatives that deliver on strategic business objectives. Drive project discovery, development, and the creation of operational roadmaps to align with the vision for the financial and operational systems.
• Implement workflow and process automation tools.
• Oversee alignment of operational and ERP systems.
• Assist the Audit and Risk Committee to manage the organisation's risk exposure and ensure that appropriate controls and procedures are developed, maintained, and monitored for effectiveness.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• CA(SA) with 8+ years post articles experience.
• Proven track record and experience in operational finance.
• Manufacturing, FMCG or production background.
• Experience in project management, including system implementation and roll out.
• Ability to articulate complex information.

R - R - Annually plus STI and LTI.