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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT)
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT
Location: Durban Central
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3274
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables: • Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements. • Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. • Provide general administrative, research and assistance. • Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables. • Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. • Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
• BCom Honours Degree in Marketing/Economics/Logistics. • 0-1 Year experience. • MS Office Packages. • Must be a South African citizen. • Age between 18-35.
Competencies
• Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • The ability to work well within a team. • Problem solving and pays attention to detail.
Equity Statement
Preference 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 Organization/Operating Division. Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (LLB)
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA,FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT
Location: Durban Central
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3273
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables: • Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements. • Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. • Provide general administrative, research and assistance. • Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables. • Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. • Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Law (Corporate and Governance). • 0-1 year experience. • MS Office Package. • Must be a South African citizen. • Age between 18-35.
Competencies
• Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: • Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • The ability to work well within a team. • Problem solving and pay attention to detail.
Equity Statement
Preference 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 Organization/Operating Division. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (LLB)
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA,FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT
Location: Durban Central
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3273
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables: • Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements. • Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. • Provide general administrative, research and assistance. • Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables. • Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. • Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Law (Corporate and Governance). • 0-1 year experience. • MS Office Package. • Must be a South African citizen. • Age between 18-35.
Competencies
• Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: • Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • The ability to work well within a team. • Problem solving and pay attention to detail.
Equity Statement
Preference 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 Organization/Operating Division. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA ,FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT
Location: Durban Central
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3272
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables: • Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements • Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. • Provide general administrative, research and assistance. • Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables. • Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. • Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Financial Information Systems • 0-1 year relevant work experience • MS Office Package • Must be a South African citizen. • Age between 18-35
Competencies
• Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • The ability to work well within a team; • Problem solving and pays attention to detail.
Equity Statement
Preference 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 Organization/Operating Division. Preference will be given to Persons with Disabilities.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA ,FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT
Location: Durban Central
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3272
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables: • Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements • Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. • Provide general administrative, research and assistance. • Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables. • Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. • Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Financial Information Systems • 0-1 year relevant work experience • MS Office Package • Must be a South African citizen. • Age between 18-35
Competencies
• Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • The ability to work well within a team; • Problem solving and pays attention to detail.
Equity Statement
Preference 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 Organization/Operating Division. Preference will be given to Persons with Disabilities.
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FUNCTION SPECIALIST: CONTRACTS & SERVICE
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: TR-ICT-Contracts & Service Management-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Head: Governance, Risk, Compliance & Cyb
Grade: D
Reference: req3264
The closing date is on 21/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide a business relationship management role with IT vendors. To create procedures and asset management structures that manage IT software and hardware assets. Create and manage a central IT contract file in order to determine contractual and financial exposure that will provide TFR with input into transversal contracts and coordinate the ICT request for proposal (RFP) process.
Position Outputs
Strategy & Planning · Conceive, develop, and deliver techniques, practices, and procedures for contract formation and administration · Analyse trends and market conditions for the present and future contract requirements of hardware and software, services, and contractors. Include trends and lessons learnt from existing agreements · Establish or refresh policies and procedures for managing IT asset lifecycles
Acquisition & Deployment · Provide terms, conditions of sale, and warranties of services, hardware and software for negotiations with key suppliers, vendors, and service providers · Develop, establish, implement, and enforce supplier and outsourcer guidelines, obligations, and service level agreements to the organisation · Conduct and report asset reconciliation and audit activities on a timely basis, including financial, licensing, warranty, and maintenance/support contract information
Operational Management · Direct and manage hardware, software, service and contractor contracts from beginning to end (recruitment, procurement, development, service control) · Manage the legal review process (when appropriate) with the organization’s legal resources · Monitor contract performance for compliance with organisational needs and requirements, including follow-up checks for corrective action in liaison with the Business Relationship Management function · Develop and deliver contract reports, bid proposals, requirements documentation, and tender documents ·Administer contract change management and contract closure · Formulate and implement processes and procedures for IT asset lifecycle management
Track and maintain copies of software licenses, warranties, maintenance agreements, and vendor contracts · Research industry best practices and compare against the organisation’s practices in order to establish benchmarks for managing IT assets and services · Standardise IT assets to lower total costs
People Management: • Plan, organise, lead and control subordinate's activities to ensure sub-functional objectives are met or exceeded. • Manage people development initiatives, succession planning and talent management to meet functional performance standards. • Create a culture of high performance, value-for-money, optimisation and innovation through effective team performance management. • Lead and Inspire a Culture of Continuous learning, adaptability, resilience, accountability and trust. • Identify future needs for team members and build a roadmap to enable team to exploit new technologies.
Qualifications and Experience
Requirements B. Degree in Information Technology/ Commerce Required Certifications: Certification in ITIL Foundation, or Certification in IT Asset Management Foundation 8-10 years' experience in the following: o Implementation, operation and maintenance of large-scale business support functions in an IT environment o Contract and vendor management experience o Strong business relationship management abilities o Leading multi discipline high performance work groups o IT asset management Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 Must undergo Lifestyle Audit Standard Job Requirements: -Valid Driver's License Code 08 -Willing to travel
Competencies
Behavioral Competencies Strategy and Sustainability Strategic Thinking Translates strategies into measurable goals and objectives to achieve the organisations vision. Commercial Awareness Keeps abreast of internal and external factors that can impact the business; is aware of developments in organisational structures, economics and politics where relevant Innovation Generates new ideas or solutions by thinking "outside of the box"; reviews current processes or systems and identifies ways to optimise them Inspirational Leadership Inspiring People Inspires, motivates and empowers team members to do their best Managing Talent Provides clear direction and sets performance standards/requirements for the team. Leading Change Manages and directs change initiatives. Embracing Diversity Manages and promotes equal opportunity and has an appreciation for diversity in the workplace. Business Performance and Delivery Leading Business performance Manages the business to be more efficient and effective Strategic Decision Making Is decisive and takes full accountability for decisions Business Acumen Understands and deals with various business situations using obtained knowledge and a broad spectrum of expertise Analysing Thinks in a systemic way and is open to new approaches Relationship Management Communicating Effectively Communicates the business strategy and objectives in a clear and manner Collaborating and Networking Build wide and effective relationships with people inside and outside of the organisation to help achieve the organisations goals and objectives. Service Orientated Leads by example; strives for a customer centric culture where everyone acts with the customer in mind Persuading and Influencing Identifies and influences key decision makers using strong persuasive techniques and creates a strong personal impression that leads to buy in from others Corporate Governance and Compliance Leading Governance Always work in the best interest of the organisation and aligns business practices to the ethical obligations and good corporate governance. Leading Safety Practice Takes full responsibility for adherence to safety practices within the department Leading Risk Management Drives and embeds sound risk management practices.
Equity Statement
Preference 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.
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FUNCTION SPECIALIST: CONTRACTS & SERVICE
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: TR-ICT-Contracts & Service Management-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Head: Governance, Risk, Compliance & Cyb
Grade: D
Reference: req3264
The closing date is on 21/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide a business relationship management role with IT vendors. To create procedures and asset management structures that manage IT software and hardware assets. Create and manage a central IT contract file in order to determine contractual and financial exposure that will provide TFR with input into transversal contracts and coordinate the ICT request for proposal (RFP) process.
Position Outputs
Strategy & Planning · Conceive, develop, and deliver techniques, practices, and procedures for contract formation and administration · Analyse trends and market conditions for the present and future contract requirements of hardware and software, services, and contractors. Include trends and lessons learnt from existing agreements · Establish or refresh policies and procedures for managing IT asset lifecycles
Acquisition & Deployment · Provide terms, conditions of sale, and warranties of services, hardware and software for negotiations with key suppliers, vendors, and service providers · Develop, establish, implement, and enforce supplier and outsourcer guidelines, obligations, and service level agreements to the organisation · Conduct and report asset reconciliation and audit activities on a timely basis, including financial, licensing, warranty, and maintenance/support contract information
Operational Management · Direct and manage hardware, software, service and contractor contracts from beginning to end (recruitment, procurement, development, service control) · Manage the legal review process (when appropriate) with the organization’s legal resources · Monitor contract performance for compliance with organisational needs and requirements, including follow-up checks for corrective action in liaison with the Business Relationship Management function · Develop and deliver contract reports, bid proposals, requirements documentation, and tender documents ·Administer contract change management and contract closure · Formulate and implement processes and procedures for IT asset lifecycle management
Track and maintain copies of software licenses, warranties, maintenance agreements, and vendor contracts · Research industry best practices and compare against the organisation’s practices in order to establish benchmarks for managing IT assets and services · Standardise IT assets to lower total costs
People Management: • Plan, organise, lead and control subordinate's activities to ensure sub-functional objectives are met or exceeded. • Manage people development initiatives, succession planning and talent management to meet functional performance standards. • Create a culture of high performance, value-for-money, optimisation and innovation through effective team performance management. • Lead and Inspire a Culture of Continuous learning, adaptability, resilience, accountability and trust. • Identify future needs for team members and build a roadmap to enable team to exploit new technologies.
Qualifications and Experience
Requirements B. Degree in Information Technology/ Commerce Required Certifications: Certification in ITIL Foundation, or Certification in IT Asset Management Foundation 8-10 years' experience in the following: o Implementation, operation and maintenance of large-scale business support functions in an IT environment o Contract and vendor management experience o Strong business relationship management abilities o Leading multi discipline high performance work groups o IT asset management Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 Must undergo Lifestyle Audit Standard Job Requirements: -Valid Driver's License Code 08 -Willing to travel
Competencies
Behavioral Competencies Strategy and Sustainability Strategic Thinking Translates strategies into measurable goals and objectives to achieve the organisations vision. Commercial Awareness Keeps abreast of internal and external factors that can impact the business; is aware of developments in organisational structures, economics and politics where relevant Innovation Generates new ideas or solutions by thinking "outside of the box"; reviews current processes or systems and identifies ways to optimise them Inspirational Leadership Inspiring People Inspires, motivates and empowers team members to do their best Managing Talent Provides clear direction and sets performance standards/requirements for the team. Leading Change Manages and directs change initiatives. Embracing Diversity Manages and promotes equal opportunity and has an appreciation for diversity in the workplace. Business Performance and Delivery Leading Business performance Manages the business to be more efficient and effective Strategic Decision Making Is decisive and takes full accountability for decisions Business Acumen Understands and deals with various business situations using obtained knowledge and a broad spectrum of expertise Analysing Thinks in a systemic way and is open to new approaches Relationship Management Communicating Effectively Communicates the business strategy and objectives in a clear and manner Collaborating and Networking Build wide and effective relationships with people inside and outside of the organisation to help achieve the organisations goals and objectives. Service Orientated Leads by example; strives for a customer centric culture where everyone acts with the customer in mind Persuading and Influencing Identifies and influences key decision makers using strong persuasive techniques and creates a strong personal impression that leads to buy in from others Corporate Governance and Compliance Leading Governance Always work in the best interest of the organisation and aligns business practices to the ethical obligations and good corporate governance. Leading Safety Practice Takes full responsibility for adherence to safety practices within the department Leading Risk Management Drives and embeds sound risk management practices.
Equity Statement
Preference 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.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL-IN-TRAINING (INTERNAL AUDIT)
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TCC
Location: Johannesburg
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3221
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is seeking dynamic, recently qualified graduates in Internal Auditing or Accounting who are passionate about building a career in Internal Audit. Successful candidates will join a structured 24-month programme accredited by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA).
Position Outputs
As a Young Professional-in-Training, you will:
• Shadow experienced staff across various functions, participate in learning experiences, attend meetings and workshops, and gain exposure to multiple areas of the business to build practical skills.
• Support audit teams in delivering assignments outlined in the scoping letter by performing audit tests, documenting systems, testing controls, and preparing working papers to support findings.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs, determine urgency, and provide regular progress updates.
• Represent Internal Audit in working groups, contributing to the development of strong systems of control within the organization.
• Assist in investigations by helping plan and conduct preliminary reviews, and preparing reports for your line manager’s review.
• Track and monitor the compilation, approval, and timely submission of all Transnet Internal Audit (TIA) reports to the relevant governance forums.
Qualifications and Experience
• National Diploma or BCom Degree in Internal Auditing or Accounting.
• 0–1 year of relevant work experience.
• MS Office packages
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Age between 18 and 35 years.
Competencies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Sound understanding of accounting and business process fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, solve problems, and maintain strong attention to detail.
NB: The successful candidates will be placed in various Transnet OD’s.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups, in line with the Employment Equity Plan and targets of the organization/operating division. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will be given preference.
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COMMODITY MANAGER, DRG
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: HO,NGQ, SCM - Dredging Services
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Executive Manager - Procurement
Grade: E
Reference: req3255
The closing date is on 18/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To develop and deploy sourcing commodity strategies to deliver value through strategic sourcing. For designated commodity formulate commodity strategies and execute strategy in conjunction with Ports" commodity teams. Implement iSCM strategy in a long-term, quality, delivery, and cost focused approach. Support key purchasing requirements, including vendor search, vendor management, evaluation, negotiations, follow up on delivery/performance and post-delivery dispute resolution. Manage TNPA's portfolio of strategic commodities through cross functional sourcing teams for effective execution of portfolio-based commodity strategies, as well as ensuring the overall sustainability of commodity-based initiatives. Plays an active role in effective execution of the integrated Supply Chain Management strategy (iSCM).
Position Outputs
1. Commodity strategy formulation and execution: ■ Market research and data analysis of strategic commodities; ■Spend analyses to identify optimisation levers for strategic commodities; ■ Development of potential cost saving initiatives that will reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of that commodity; ■ Evaluation and prioritisation of cost saving initiatives and development of the action plans for execution; ■ Management and participation in the execution of strategic plans; ■ Contribute thought leadership and insights for continuous improvement of strategic sourcing within TNPA as part of the activities of Strategic Sourcing; ■ Ensure that commodity strategies adequately respond to directives, mandates and initiatives set by the iSCM Council and other bodies and persons in authority. Provide regular feedback on progress and highlight or escalate snags and problems immediately as they occur.
2. Tendering process management: ■ Drives the tender initiation process including: maintaining tender register, compiling tender documentation, inviting and receiving tenders, scheduling tender receipts, and liaising with user departments; ■ Facilitates the tender adjudication process by reviewing tenders, evaluating and validating tenders and expediting of tender adjudication; ■ Administration of the process of awarding tenders including: signing-off letters of acceptance or regrets; distributing and communicating tenders to ports and ensuring compliance.
3. Contracts management: ■ Management of contracts pertaining to strategic sourcing and reporting thereof, including renewal or termination processes.
4. Supplier relationship management ■ Implement supplier relationship management strategies throughout their lifecycle; ■ Implement, develop and track supplier capability mapping, complete commodity and industry benchmarking projects and maintain a database and research statistics; ■ Ensure service level agreement enforcement with external service providers; ■ Development and management of the strategic supplier relationship and leading regular supplier reviews which include feedback on price, quality and delivery; and ■ Manage supplier performance review and supplier scorecard.
5. Commodity performance monitoring: ■ Consolidate and report on delivery against savings targets for commodities in line with strategic sourcing reporting format, key performance indicators and metrics. ■ Input into reporting on overall performance of the strategic sourcing programme. ■ Track progress against savings plan, delivery of benefits targets and action plans for commodity, using the business intelligence processes established as part of the iSCM. ■ Highlight achievement of strategic and tactical targets on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis on divisional and group levels for commodity.
6. Compliance to policies, procedures and standards for risk management: ■ Ensure compliance to relevant legislation and ensure contract management support in terms of archiving, contract price adjustments and correspondence.
7. Contribute to management of the strategic sourcing function with Transnet Group Supply Chain Management: ■Contribute to the annual TNPA Strategic Sourcing budgeting, target setting and agreement processes; ■ Contribute to team activities within the context of the new iSCM Strategy and business objectives; ■ Deploy skills development initiatives within immediate team for delivery of capacity development initiatives. ■ Implement succession planning within the immediate team; and ■ Work with the cross functional teams to define the values and behaviours required to create a positive motivational culture.
Qualifications and Experience
• A relevant Bachelor's degree/National Higher Diploma (Technical, Financial or Commercial) is required, or CIPS Level 5; • A Postgraduate in Business or Finance degree or similar would be an added advantage; and • At least 8 years Supply Management experience in a large organisation. OR • Relevant qualification (NQF 6/7) with 8 years relevant and solid experience with at least 3 years at managerial level or specialist experience within the Supply Chain Environment. • Advantageous: Transnet Leadership Development Programme
Competencies
Knowledge: • In-depth knowledge of supply chain management function; • Understanding of technical and operational requirements of a business including capital requirements; • Experience in a procurement or supply management environment will be an advantage but is not a requirement; • Sound knowledge of procurement related legislation; • Sound knowledge of Contract Management with specific reference to Strategic Sourcing; • Sound knowledge of best practice Supply Management processes, including BB BEE practices; and • Working knowledge of data management and systems, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP R/3. Skills Required: • Strong negotiation and communication skills • Ability to work under own initiative • Assertive and patiently tenacious • Planning and organising skills • Report writing • Conflict resolution skills • Tact and courtesy • Able to be firm but impartial when making decisions • Resourceful • Problem-solving skills • Able to work as a part of a team • Able to work independently Competencies Required: Anchoring the Transnet Way: • Is a conceptual and analytical thinker • Is results focused • Is courageous • Is resilient • Is emotionally intelligent • Is an excellent communicator Leading the Transnet Way: • Is visionary and inspiring • Is strategic • Is collaborative • Is innovative and entrepreneurial • Has impact and influence • Is a change agent Leadership Competencies Required: Anchoring the Transnet Way • Is a conceptual and analytical thinker • Is result focused • Is courageous • Is resilient • Is emotionally intelligent • Is an excellent communicator Leading the Transnet Way • Is visionary and inspiring • Is strategic • Is collaborative • Is innovative and entrepreneurial • Has impact and influence • Is a change agent Managing the Transnet Way • Optimises business performance • Manages finances • Manages people & teams • Delights customers • Manages programs, projects & contracts • Manages risk and compliance 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 skills
Equity Statement
Preference 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.
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