Employer: Transnet Category Mgmt Manager- Facilities Operating Division:Transnet Corporate Centre Employee Group:Permanent Department:ISCM,Category Mgmt ICT,Corp Ser&FAC,GRP Location:Johannesburg Reporting To:Exec Mgr: Category Mgmt Fuel,Fleet &UTIL Grade:D Reference:req4854 The closing date is on 05/05/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement. Position Purpose Accountable for category strategy development, supplier negotiation and strategy execution for allrelated categories to their cluster, with expectation to be involved in supporting these activities with the team•Accountable for analysis and evaluation of internal demand factors and external supply marketdynamics to develop and execute the category strategy•Accountable for the Procurement performance of the categories against service and value delivery KPIs (e.g., savings targets)•Ensuring that the category team consistently performs at high standards and remains engaged Position Outputs Role Overview•Oversee creation of a category purchasing strategy and review thereof for assigned spend categories•Develop business change strategies in order to transform current operations, using new strategies and procurement operating modelsDefine and implement a strategic plan for the category, working with the Executive Manager of Category and other Managers to drive through the Procurement strategy and deliver best Procurement Practices•Own the end-to-end Procurement cycle for the category from sourcing to contract drafting•Monitor and influence all spend within the category, securing best value and maximizing economies of scale from supplier expenditure•Build strong relationships with suppliers to effectively manage performance, to ensure the needs of the business are met and working with key internal stakeholders across the business to give the Procurement agenda credibility and visibility•Manage corporate risk in relation to Procurement and supplier activity, identifying supplier risk areas, quantifying risk exposure and executing risk mitigation actionsResearch / Analysis•Monitor performance; comparison of actual versus expected against SLAs/KPIs, collaborating with end users and other teams•Research and analyse the supply market and supplier capabilities to provide the category team with strategic insights•Provide analytical support for new targets and expectationsCategory Management Support•Ensure alignment with ODs performance expectations•Monitor adherence to established contracts and realisation of savings, collaborating with other contract management and SRM teams as required•Support Executive Manager of Category in driving internal change management Qualifications and Experience Qualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant field • MBA or related postgraduate qualification advantageous • 6-10 years of relevant experience in large enterprise •3-5 years of experience at middle management role • Hands-on line management experience of Procurement teams and associated processes • PFMA, PPPFA and public sector Procurement experience •MCIPS certification and CIPS membership will be Advantageous Standard Job Requirements •Driver’s license code 08 •Travel as required and approved Competencies • Participates in strategic decision making as part of the senior management team • Exercises authority over and takes accountability for the SCM governance function • Sets, regularly reviews and implements vision and broad direction for the SCM governance function via relevant policies, structures and procedures • Maintains a holistic view of the business in relation to the SCM Governance function to ensure alignment of governance • Acts as an authoritative voice on SCM governance matters • Contributes to technical discussions on relevant SCM governance issues with relevant external stakeholders (e.g., DPE, DTI and NT) • Oversees the development of systems and processes to give effect to the execution of SCM governance policies • Directs staff in their activities to achieve the vision of the company • Identifies potential issues, escalating as appropriate, and contributes to internal discussions • Shares knowledge of high-level SCM governance principles, processes and concepts with a view to advising others • Manages SCM Governance input into the Delegations of Authority Framework, Code of Ethics, Declarations of Interest and Related Party Disclosures, No Gifts and Hospitality Policies, etc. 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.