Commodity Manager, DRG

Transnet; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks a Commodity Manager in Durban to develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have at least 8 years of experience in supply management, with strong negotiation skills and knowledge of procurement legislation. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in supply chain optimization.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of supply management experience in a large organisation.
• 3 years at managerial or specialist level in Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing commodity strategies to deliver value.
• Manage contracts related to strategic sourcing.
• Oversee tender initiation and administration.

Skills

Strong negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Planning and organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree or National Higher Diploma

CIPS Level 5

Postgraduate in Business or Finance

Job description

Job Title

Commodity Manager, DRG

Job Location

KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline

October 06, 2025

Overview

The role involves developing and deploying sourcing commodity strategies to deliver value through strategic sourcing. Formulate and execute commodity strategies for designated commodities, and implement the iSCM strategy with a focus on quality, delivery and cost. Support key purchasing requirements including vendor search, vendor management, evaluation, negotiations, and post-delivery dispute resolution. Manage TNPA\'s portfolio of strategic commodities through cross-functional sourcing teams and contribute to the execution of the integrated Supply Chain Management strategy (iSCM).

Responsibilities

• Commodity strategy formulation and execution: conduct market research and data analysis of strategic commodities; perform spend analyses to identify optimisation levers; develop cost-saving initiatives to reduce total cost of ownership; evaluate and prioritise initiatives and develop action plans; manage and participate in execution of strategic plans; contribute insights for continuous improvement of strategic sourcing; ensure commodity strategies respond to directives from the iSCM Council and authorities; provide regular progress feedback and escalate issues as needed.
• Tendering process management: drive tender initiation and administration (tender register, documentation, invitations, receipts, scheduling, liaison with user departments); facilitate tender adjudication; manage award process including letters of acceptance or regrets and communication to ports.
• Contracts management: manage contracts related to strategic sourcing and oversee renewal or termination processes.
• Supplier relationship management: implement SRM strategies across the supplier lifecycle; map supplier capabilities and benchmark plans; enforce service level agreements; lead supplier reviews focusing on price, quality and delivery; manage supplier performance and scorecards.
• Commodity performance monitoring: consolidate and report delivery against savings targets; track progress against savings plans using BI processes; highlight achievements and escalate issues; report monthly, quarterly and annually at divisional and group levels.
• Compliance to policies, procedures and risk management standards: ensure compliance with legislation and support contract archiving, price adjustments and correspondence.
• Strategic sourcing leadership: contribute to annual TNPA strategic sourcing budgeting and objective setting; participate in iSCM strategy and objectives; drive capacity development and succession planning; collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a positive culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant Bachelor\'s degree or National Higher Diploma (Technical, Financial or Commercial) is required, or CIPS Level 5; postgraduate in Business or Finance is advantageous; and at least 8 years of supply management experience in a large organisation. Alternatively, relevant qualification (NQF 6/7) with 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years at managerial or specialist level in Supply Chain. Advantageous: Transnet Leadership Development Programme.

Competencies

• Knowledge: in-depth knowledge of supply chain management; understanding of technical and operational requirements; knowledge of procurement legislation and contract management for strategic sourcing; familiarity with BB BEE practices; working knowledge of ERP/SAP systems.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication; ability to work under own initiative; assertive and tenacious; planning and organizing; report writing; conflict resolution; tact and courtesy; ability to be firm but impartial; resourceful; problem-solving; team work and independence.

Competencies Required

• Anchoring the Transnet Way: results-focused, courageous, resilient, emotionally intelligent, excellent communicator.
• Leading the Transnet Way: visionary, strategic, collaborative, innovative, influential, change agent.

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