Director: Supply Chain Management Re No: Dedt 13/09/26

DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT RE NO: DEDT 13/09/26 is listed by DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM. The post is based in Bloemfontein, Free State. The closing date is 02 October 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree as recognised by SAQA (NQF
• 7) in Supply Chain Management / Logistics /Public Management or related field.
• 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level.
• 7 years or more experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in various aspects of supply chain management, such as procurement, logistics, inventory management, and contract management, is crucial.
• Knowledge of PFMA, SCM Regulatory Framework and all prescripts governing procurement in the Public Service.
• Customer service principles (Batho Pele principles).
• Technical knowledge.
• Budgeting and financial management.
• Understanding of SCM policies and procedures, Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.
• The following will be an added advantage: A post-graduate qualification in SCM/Procurement or MBA.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the demand and acquisition processes.
• Develop, manage and maintain logistical information and SCM performance.
• Manage and coordinate the sourcing and purchasing decision of all goods and services in the Department.
• Maintain, monitor and manage relationships between acquisition management and suppliers.
• Evaluate that spending of goods and services is according to the Demand Management Plan of the Department.
• Coordinate supplier scheduling, delivery times and supply continuity.
• Develop and maintain manuals on SCM policies and procedures.
• Ensure that goods and services are sourced through fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective systems.
• Set performance standards in respect to service delivery to departmental clients.
• Manage the resources of the Directorate, i.e. human, asset and financial resources.

Application Instructions

can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. Quoting the reference number, applications can be hand delivered at the Ground Floor Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein or sent via email. Kindly take note that the email size limit is 4MB. You are therefore kindly requested to send documents separately, should they exceed the allowed limit.

For attention: Mesdames K. Majafa / M. Parkies/ N. Ramaebebe/Mr. T. Chaka at (066) 487

Application address:
Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to
recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the
abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. Quoting
the reference number, applications can be hand delivered at the Ground Floor
Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein
or sent via email. Kindly take note that the email size limit is 4MB. You are
therefore kindly requested to send documents separately, should they exceed
the allowed limit.

Notes

Directions to applicants: Applications must be hand delivered or e-mail on a new Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (Separate application for every vacancy). Applicants are requested to complete Z83 form properly and in full.

Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are emailed (PDF document to a maximum of 4 megabytes), submitted electronically or hand delivered timeously.

The Department will not be held responsible for several delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) before the interviews. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and criminal case shall be opened.

Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.

Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications and communication will only be limited to shortlisted candidates.

The department reserves the right not to appoint.

Women and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department Notes

Department Notes

Directions to applicants: Applications must be hand delivered or e-mail on a new Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (Separate application for every vacancy). Applicants are requested to complete Z83 form properly and in full.

Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are emailed (PDF document to a maximum of 4 megabytes), submitted electronically or hand delivered timeously.

The Department will not be held responsible for several delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) before the interviews. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and criminal case shall be opened.

Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.

Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications and communication will only be limited to shortlisted candidates.

The department reserves the right not to appoint.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ASDERrecruit84@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Target: Africans, Indians, Coloureds, Whites and Persons with Disabilities. 7 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE APPLICATIONS: Department of Defence, Office of the Secretary for Defence, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or you may hand deliver to ARMSCOR Building C/O Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001 or email to zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).

NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service

Enquiries

Mr. L.F. Kalane at (079)-496 2777

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Certified ID copy, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 33 of 2026
• Source pages: 100
• Open the DPSA circular PDF