ESD & Localisation Strategy Lead

Transnet SOC Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet SOC Ltd in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) specialist to drive ESD strategies within the iSCM framework. You will lead policy implementation, monitor contracts, and report on ESD progress across TRIM and Transnet entities.

The role requires a relevant commercial degree or CIPS Level 4, at least eight years in supply management, and strong analytical and communication skills to influence stakeholders and ensure BBBEE alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent commercial qualification required.
• CIPS Level 4 certification preferred or equivalent experience.
• Eight years in a supply management function, ESD, localisation or BBBEE strategy development.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement enterprise and supplier development (ESD) strategies aligned to policy and regulation.
• Liaise with supply chain across Transnet/TRIM to monitor and report ESD activities.
• Train teams on ESD policies to ensure TRIM compliance in ESD transactions.
• Collate information and report on ESD transactions across TRIM and Transnet.
• Manage and monitor ESD contracts and progress within TRIM and OD.
• Contribute to iSCM execution via the Supplier Development Centre of Excellence.
• Research to support ESD and localisation strategies and identify opportunities with strategic suppliers.
• Track policy implementation and share success stories and learnings.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree (commercial)

CIPS Level 4

Job description

Transnet SOC Ltd in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) specialist to drive ESD strategies within the iSCM framework. You will lead policy implementation, monitor contracts, and report on ESD progress across TRIM and Transnet entities.

The role requires a relevant commercial degree or CIPS Level 4, at least eight years in supply management, and strong analytical and communication skills to influence stakeholders and ensure BBBEE alignment.