Demand & Acquisition Management Specialist at Construction Industry Development Board

• The purpose of this position is to Implement the demand and acquisition operational plan ensuring adherence to organisational policies, procedures and/or legislative requirements.

Job Description

• Demand Management · Develop and implement procurement plans · Conduct market analysis · Develop sourcing strategies · Facilitate Bid Specification Committee processes · Maintain supplier database.
• Provide demand management support to business units.
• Acquisition Management · Manage quotation and competitive bidding processes · Ensure compliance with SCM legislation · Facilitate advertisements, briefing sessions, evaluations and adjudications.
• Ensure implementation of Treasury Instructions.
• Operational Management · Develop operational plans · Review SCM policies · Implement strategic initiatives · Improve internal controls · Monitor legislative developments
• Risk, Audit, Compliance and Financial Management · Identify and manage risks in area of responsibility · Ensure that all expenses incurred by the unit are in line with the PFMA and accounted for ·
• Ensure implementation of Risk Register, standard operating procedure, Policies, Delegation of authority and proper implementation of National Treasury Directives/guidelines and instructions.
• People Management · Manage the performance of subordinates in accordance with the policies and procedures of cidb · Oversee the development of Personal Development Plans for subordinates and ensure implementation · Discipline subordinate as and when necessary, in accordance with cidb policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Finance, Financial Management or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Demand Management, Acquisition Management, Procurement with at least 3 years at a supervisory/junior management level. Experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, bid management, and supplier relationship management. Experience in managing and leading teams

Closing Date: 3 November 2026