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Head : Tactical Sourcing

TransnetDurban, ZA

24 days ago

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Job title : Head : Tactical Sourcing

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : October 24, 2025

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Position Purpose

Leads the TPT Tactical Procurement department, across all areas of spend within designated portfolio with the goal of achieving significant initial cost reductions, with year-on-year productivity improvement in the total cost of goods and services procured while maintaining product quality and vendor service levels.

Develops and implements Tactical sourcing strategies to improve the efficiency of all tactical procurement events, demand management to contract management and close-out, while reducing the total cost.

To improve procurement governance and compliance, operational efficiency, costs savings and reputation management.

Position Outputs

Implement Tactical Procurement strategies and processes to deliver commercial outcomes for Transnet Port Terminals :

Formulate tactical procurement strategies to ensure successful implementation;

Facilitates proper demand management and forecasting to ensure security of supply;

Supports continuous improvement by seeking out efficient business solutions to improve processes in support ofoverall business strategy and direction;

Identify potential bottlenecks in tactical procurement and formulate plans to manage potential risks; and

Conduct training and awareness sessions in all applicable internal and external policies, regulations and laws thatimpact on tactical procurement and monitor and report on breaches and submit and implement recovery plans.

Participate in innovation and research of emerging trends in tactical commodities / associated industries to informprocess re-engineering.

Supports the Senior Sourcing Managers in developing sourcing strategies to standardize and streamline the strategicsourcing process for their respective categories. Interacts at a strategic level with General Managers, Regional ManagingExecutives, iSCM Council, etc. Oversees all Tactical Procurement activities for the Transnet Port Terminals Head office andsupport the Terminals Heads of Supply Chain Management in executing their sourcing strategies.Manage Service delivery tactical procurement :

Ensures optimal execution of tactical sourcing procurement events and timeous delivery of required services;

Works closely with Governance, Legal, Risk Management, Finance and all regions to expedite service delivery; and

Ensures that the level of service is maintained by developing metrics on the number of tactical sourcing projectsdelivered, the lead time for those projects, purchase orders created, and lessons learned.Manage key stakeholder relationships :

Builds partnerships with all key stakeholders in the development of opportunities for business value or serviceenhancement;

Ensures implementation of supplier development and B-BBEE objectives;

Interacts at a strategic level with Group Executives, General Managers, Executives, etc.

Manages interactions with key suppliers and is responsible for resolving disputes regarding key supplier relations inthe Tactical procurement space;

Negotiates and confirms Service Levels and KPIs with internal customers; and

Ensures standardisation of tactical procurement projects delivered in the business.Management of supplier relations :

Develops and implements a contract management plan for tactical procurement suppliers;

Maintains close relations with Transnet Port Terminals tactical procurement suppliers;

Ensures that all supplier disputes around access to delivery sites and payment related issues are timeously resolved;

Ensures that Transnet Port Terminals tactical procurement suppliers adhere to Health and Safety regulations that areapplicable to their delivery sites;

Closely monitors any reputational risks associated with strategic suppliers and proactively takes steps to ensure thatthe reputational risks do not affect Transnet adversely; and

Continuously monitors supply risks in the market due to risk factors such as the Covid-19 pandemic and take proactivesteps to ensure continuedMonitor Tactical Procurement Performance

Monitors the achievement of tactical procurement objectives and formulate plans for corrective action, if required;

Highlight and report on the achievement of targets on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis about the tacticalprocurement department achievements;

Coordinate the annual tactical procurement department target setting and agreement process;

Coordinate tactical procurement KPIs and reporting dashboard;

Ensure continuous adherence to supply chain management processes in order to minimise irregular expenditure andavoid fruitless and wasteful expenditure; and

Ensure that consequence management is taking place where supply chain management officials fail to follow theprocurement processes.Contract management and close-out :

Develop, implement and maintain sound contract management in order to ensure timeous service delivery;

Proactively take steps to resolve contract management issues on key contracts before they develop into a crisis;

Implements corrective action where key suppliers are failing to meet their contractual SLAs; and

Implements proper contract close-out for all TPT tactical procurement contracts.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Commerce Degree or equivalent qualification in Commerce, Finance, Engineering, Legal, Logistics and Operations Management or Supply Chain Management is required. Post-Graduate Qualifications would be an added advantage) 10 years’ experience within supply chain management is required; 5 years must have been spent at senior management level. Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 Must be willing to undergo Lifestyle Audit and State Security Agency (SSA) Vetting. Recognition of Competence : Relevant qualification (NQF 6 / 7) 12 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 8 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience. Standard Job Requirements

Driver’s license code 08

Working extended hours is an inherent nature of the job.

Willing to travel extensively locally; may need to travel international if there is a need.

Competencies

In-depth knowledge of Supply Chain Management. Sound knowledge of Public Sector Supply Management legislation and regulations. In-depth knowledge of Procure to Pay (P2P) processes. Working knowledge of Supply Management processes and systems. Understanding of technical and operational requirements of a business including capital requirements. Tactical Procurement knowledge Sound knowledge and insight of Risk Management. Sound knowledge of financial principles and concepts. CIPS accreditation will be an advantage Skills Required : Leadership Teamwork Good communicator Facilitation Organising Project management People management Computer literate Have a strongstrategic sourcing background Competencies Required : Supply Chain Management Competencies Forecasting and Demand Management Category Management Market & Spend Analysis Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Advanced Negotiation Skills Tactical Procurement Supplier Relationship Management Supplier Development Contract Management Inventory Management Procure to Pay Process Anchoring the Transnet Way Is a conceptual and analytical thinker Is results focused Is courageous Is resilient Is emotionally intelligent Is an excellent communicator Is ethical and a trusted advisor Leading the Transnet Way Is visionary and inspiring Is strategic Is collaborative Is innovative and entrepreneurial PLEASE NOTE : 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 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

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