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STATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (SITA)
 
VACANCY
 
REFERENCE NR : VAC02253/21
JOB TITLE : Manager: Demand Management
JOB LEVEL : D1
SALARY : R 462 019 – R 770 031
REPORT TO : Senior Manager: Demand Management
DIVISION : Supply Chain Management
DEPT : SCM: Demand Management
LOCATION : SITA Erasmuskloof
POSITION STATUS : Permanent (Internal & External)
 
 
Purpose of the job
Implementation of demand management processes with special emphasis on bid specification and workflow management, in a manner that enables SITA to meet its service delivery goals that capture cost and operational efficiencies.
 
Key Responsibility Areas
• Implement demand management processes and activities to achieve operational efficiencies in Bid specification & Workflow Management;
• Maintain internal stakeholder relationships with a focus on monitoring Bid Specification & Workflow Management processes that aid in ensuring supply chain stability and efficiency;
• Assist with processes in the management of resources (i.e. budget/finances and assets) within the section to ensure efficient operations;
• Assist the Manager: Demand Management Processes, in the execution of strategies for the promotion of the transformation agenda (B-BBEE, SMME, Local content, Black equity/ownership, industrialisation/manufacturing skills development, black youth, people living with disabilities, and black women) in order to develop the indigenous ICT sector. 
 
 
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum: 3-year National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in: Commerce/ Engineering/ IT /Supply Chain /Logistics/Law.
Registration with a Procurement and Supply Chain Management professional body (e.g. CIPS) will be an added advantage. Bachelor’s degree an advantage.
Experience: A minimum of 5 -6 Years in Procurement and Supply Chain Management of which 3 years must have been in a senior procurement officer role or equivalent.
1 years’ experience in Public Sector Procurement would be an added advantage, with exposure to the following:
• Public Finance Management Act.
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
• Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes and Regulations.
• Treasury Regulations.
 
Technical Competencies Description
Knowledge of: Procurement and supply chain best practices SCM/Procurement processes, procedures and transaction systems; Business and Supply Intelligence Analytics; Demand management best practices (e.g. processes, tools and systems); Demand management and demand planning best practices (e.g. processes, tools and systems); Strategic Demand Management; Knowledge of technology lifecycle; Basic knowledge and market understanding of the ICT environment; Legal aspects for Procurement; Financial management and cost analysis including TCO; Supply Value Chain analysis; Risk management; Demand related policy formulation and implementation; Supplier relationship management; and Performance Management.
Skills: Planning and organising; Financial management; Project management; Integrated change and transformation management; Strategic thinking; Co-ordination of cross-functional teams (CFTs); Total Cost of Ownership Analysis; Strong analytical skills; Problem solving skills; Development of KPI’s for suppliers; Business acumen; Stakeholder management skills; and Report writing.
Tools and Technology: Computer literacy; Experience in Procurement systems e.g. Oracle, BI and Advanced; Planning and Scheduling (APS) systems, will be an added advantage.
Personal Tools and Technology Attributes: Leadership skills; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Strong networking, consultation and negotiation skills; and Collaboration and team player.

Other Special Requirements
The incumbent will be required to undertake travelling to SITA offices country-wide, client sites and suppliers’ offices.
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How to apply
Kindly send your CV to: Judith.recruitment@sita.co.za
 
Closing Date: 24 February 2021
 
Disclaimer
SITA is Employment Equity employer and this position will be filled based on Employment Equity Plan. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only.
• If you do not hear from us within two months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for.
• It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
• SITA reserves a right not to make an appointment.
• Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, the signing of a balance score card contract, verification of the applicants’ documents (Qualifications), and reference checking.
• Correspondence will be entered to with shortlisted candidates only.
• CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted
• CV’s sent to incorrect email address will not be considered.