Manager Strategic Partnership - Sandton

Our Transport company client based in Sandton currently holds a vacancy for an experienced Manager Strategic Partnerships.
Must have knowledge of the Bus Passenger Services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
The ideal applicant will possess the following:-
 Matric or equivalent qualification. Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
 At least 3-4 years relevant experience in a Managerial or Client Relationship position and Business
Dev
 Experience in contract management, reviewing agreements/ contracts/ writing SLA’s and
maintenance of such.
 Fluency in MS Office 2016 or newer (including but not limited to Word, Excel and Power point)
 Advanced Excel skills is essential
 Basic Accounting skills essential

JOB OUTPUTS
The main focus of the position will be to identify, build and sustain strategic partnerships. Furthermore,
coordinate the development programme for up-skilling, training and incubating subcontractors as well as
to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and adherence to the contract requirements of the
main operator.
Some of the responsibilities include general management, coordination, planning, monitoring and reporting.

The duties and functions will include but not limited to:
 Compile, develop and review agreements and amendments related to subcontractor contracts;
 Contract management, writing of SLA’s and management of maintenance agreements.
 Coordinate skills audit ,design an induction programme and facilitate the training and development
of subcontractors;
 Ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the negotiated contracts by subcontractors as
well as legislative requirements.
 Assist and review subcontractor subsidy claims, ensuring accuracy and completeness of claims with
special attention to invoicing, costing and recons.
 Conduct Market Research, track and monitor Tender Bulletins and identify new business
opportunities.
 Work closely with BU’s finance and subcontractors as they prepare documentation supporting
subsidy claims and ensuring accuracy and completeness of claims
Track and liaise with accounts department as well as review and audit monthly subcontractor
invoices.
 Support the management of subcontractors and proactively identify challenges and facilitate
resolution of issues speedily.
 Manage records of all subcontractors and ensure that subcontractor information is readily available
for decision making.
 Build, nurture and manage sound relationships with subcontractors and attend monthly meetings
with subcontractors and BU’s.
 Execute Regular review and verification of B-BBEE status and ensure the improvement of B-BBEE
scorecard of the group.
 Any ad hoc duties as may be reasonably required.
 Prepare budgets, analyse financial stats and trends as required from time to time

WORKING CONDITIONS
 Will be required to travel within the Company's operational area.
 Will be required to work long and late hours and sometimes over weekends and holidays.

COMPETENCIES
KNOWLEDGE
 Knowledge of contract management.
 Knowledge of the bus passenger
industry will be an added advantage
 General knowledge of the transport legislation;
 Understanding of Government
Procurement and Tender processes;
 Knowledge of Basic Accounting, IFRS and GAAP

SKILLS
Resilience and determination;
 Proficiency in MS Office (including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and outlook);
 Strong negotiation skills;
 Good communication and interpersonal skills;
 Data, Numeracy and time management skills

ATTRIBUTES
 Ability to manage multiple projects and reporting lines;
 Good work ethic, reliable and results oriented;
 Ability to work independently and under pressure;
 Attention to detail and accuracy in work output;
 Strong sense of Integrity and Ethics in managing confidential information