Manager: Enterprise Supplier Development

• To ensure implementation of Enterprise and supplier development strategies aligned to the broader national policy and regulatory framework.
• To liaise with the supply chain community across Transnet or TRIM to ensure that there is consistent implementations, monitoring and reporting of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD)
• To conduct training initiatives for ESD policies and procedures to drive compliance with TRIM when entering ESD transactions.
• To collate information and compile reports on ESD transactions across TRIM.
• To manage and monitor Enterprise and Supplier Development contracts /progress across TRIM.
• Plays an active role in effective execution of the integrated Supply Chain Management Strategy (iSCM), specifically through participation in the Supplier Development Centre of Excellence (SD COE).

Position Outputs

• Conduct research to support development of the ESD and Localisation strategies, processes, policies and procedures aligned to the new iSCM strategy and latest government imperatives;
• Continuously conduct research to contribute to thought leadership around ESD and Localisation; and
• Conduct analysis to support opportunity identification for Localisation and ESD transactions with strategic suppliers.
• Track Enterprise and Supplier Development strategy and policy implementation across Transnet or within the OD; and
• Collate success stories and learnings on supplier development.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree (commercial) is required or CIPS Level 4
• Unless the applicant can demonstrate that he/she has developed the necessary competencies through experience,
• 8 years’ experience in a supply management function, ESD, Localisation or BBBEE strategy developmentCompetencies1. Anchoring the Transnet Way
• Is a conceptual and analytical thinker
• Is result focused
• Is courageous
• Is resilient
• Is emotionally intelligent
• Is an excellent communicator and regulator 2. Leading the Transnet way
• Is visionary and inspiring
• Is strategic
• Is collaborative
• Is innovative and entrepreneurial
• Has impact and influence
• Is a change agen 3. Managing the Transnet Way
• Optimises business performance
• Manages finances
• Manages people & teams
• Delights customers
• Manages Programs, projects & contracts
• Manages risk and compliance 4. Sustaining the Transnet Way
• Empowers and develops others
• Is inquisitive and develops self
• Manages and shares information
• Role models the culture and values
• Embraces diversity
• Has the right skillsEquity StatementPreference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.DisclaimerIf you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email [email protected]