Snr Manager : Policy,Standards& Governance

Transnet; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A transport and logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Manager for Policy, Standards & Governance. The role involves aligning supply management policies with legislative requirements and managing stakeholder relationships. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience in SCM policy and governance, with strong communication skills. This position is integral to ensuring compliance and effective execution of the supply chain management strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Public Sector SCM Policy.
• Must have at least 5 years of management experience in SC Policy.
• CIPS membership is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Align Supply Management policy and procedures with new iSCM strategy.
• Manage compliance with supply management policies.
• Conduct training for stakeholders on SCM policies.

Skills

Public Sector SCM Policy

Monitoring and Compliance

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, LLB / B.Com Law, Procurement, Finance

Job description

Job title: Snr Manager: Policy, Standards & Governance

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: November 23, 2025

Position Purpose

• To align Transnet’s Supply Management policy and procedures to the new iSCM strategy in line with the latest legislation and regulations.
• To manage, maintain and communicate Transnet’s Supply Management policies and ensure compliance to these policies.
• Analyse both internal and external audit findings and assist the Executive Manager to develop intervention to minimise transgression.
• Support the Executive Manager in facilitating the consultation with both external and internal stakeholders in issues that impact Transnet Procurements
• Ensure that potential risks are duly covered by policy and that regulations and other government requirements are adhered to.
• Develop and update Terms of Reference and templates.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating iSCM toolkit.
• Disseminate information and conduct training on Transnet’s Supply Management policy and procedures to Supply Management stakeholders and OD end-users as required.
• Play an active role in effective execution of the integrated Supply Chain Management strategy (iSCM), specifically through participation in the Governance Centre of Excellence (Gov COE).
• Assist the Executive Manager in the development of SCM related training material, short videos and frequently asked questions to ensure consistency of application and implementation of all SCM.
• Represent SCM policy, norms and standards team in the development of the Procurement Process Automation and ensure alignment with all applicable prescripts.

Position Outputs

• Supply Chain Policies, Standards and Governance Framework Alignment: Conduct research and benchmark Transnet’s iSCM policies and procedures against other local SOEs and international organisations; align Transnet’s supply management policy and procedures to the new Group iSCM strategy and latest legislation and regulations; communicate and disseminate the policy and procedures to relevant stakeholders and OD end-users; issue guidance notes and directives to ODs in line with various supply management regulations.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships: build capacity within governance structures such as bid committees to drive compliance with various regulations on supply management.
• Provide Policy, Standards and Governance Support: develop and monitor Transnet’s Supply Management policy and procedures for its portfolio of commodities; disseminate the policy and procedures to supply management stakeholders and OD end-users; develop training materials (including manuals, posters and flow charts); conduct training on Transnet’s policy and procedures to iSCM staff, Senior Management and OD end-users; evaluate training impact.
• Policy, Standards and Governance Monitoring and Reporting: analyse and report on adherence to Policy, Standards and Governance frameworks; input into reporting and formulate performance indicators and metrics; analyse and consolidate reports for external stakeholders; prepare memos and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to management of the Governance function: contribute to management activities within the context of the iSCM strategy and business objectives; secure executive support for Governance initiatives; deploy skills development initiatives within the team; implement succession planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, LLB / B.Com Law, Procurement, Finance or equivalent; minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Public Sector SCM Policy, and/or SCM Legal and/or Governance and/or Monitoring and Compliance, including PFMA, PPPFA and other public sector procurement legislation. Related Post Graduate qualification adds advantage. Minimum 8–10 years’ experience (at least 5 years at management level) in SCM Policy, and/or SCM Legal and/or Governance and/or Monitoring and Compliance. Solid knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA and other public sector procurement legislation. CIPS membership advantageous. Proven track record of working within cross-functional teams to drive successful delivery. Must undergo Lifestyle Audit.

Competencies

• Anchoring the Transnet Way: conceptual and analytical thinker; results-focused; courageous; resilient; emotionally intelligent; excellent communicator and regulator.
• Leading the Transnet Way: visionary and inspiring; strategic; collaborative; innovative and entrepreneurial; has impact and influence; acts as a change agent.
• Managing the Transnet Way: optimises business performance; manages finances; manages people and teams; delights customers; manages programs, projects and contracts; manages risk and compliance.
• Sustaining the Transnet Way: empowers and develops others; inquisitive and self-developing; manages and shares information; role models culture and values; embraces diversity; has the right skills.