Job Opportunities at IDC

Synopsis

• To support the development and implementation of the Supplier Development strategy in line with the B-BBEE Action Plan.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum qualification: relevant bachelor’s degree i.e. BCom Accounting/ Supply Chain/ Law/ Economics /or equivalent qualification.
• Other qualification/ certification in a relevant discipline, which may include B-BBEE.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in the Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) space or related field
• Extensive knowledge in working with and supporting ESD programmes
• Understanding of the legislative requirement relating to ESD
• Experience in engaging and managing ESD beneficiaries
• A good understanding of the FS Codes of Good Practice
• Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities while building effective relationships
• Extremely organized and persistent, with drive and determination to achieve goals
• Good understanding in formulation and implementation of ESD initiatives
• Experience in formulating relevant ESD reports

Roles and Responsibilities
Supplier Development (SD) Strategy

• Provide specialist knowledge and administrative support in the development of the SD Strategy
• Support the setting of annual SD budgets and targets
• Monitor local and/or international ESD best practices and regulatory developments to ensure continuous improvement of the IDC SD Strategy
• Facilitate, as necessary, the communication of the SD strategy, systems and processes throughout the organisation

Supplier Development Strategy Execution

• Analyse / profile the IDC procurement chain and supplier base to identify potential SD beneficiaries
• Develop relevant SD programme and initiatives
• Interact/ engage with suppliers to identify SD support opportunities
• Conduct detailed analysis of supplier needs for SD support
• Conduct supplier (beneficiary) due diligence
• Prepare and administrate SD agreements with supplier/ SD beneficiaries
• Manage the disbursement of SD contributions
• Conduct continuous supply market search to identify qualifying suppliers (EME & QSE) to be engaged in RFQ processes

Administer Supplier Management

• Conduct contract life cycle administration in conjunction with Procurement Specialists and Procurement Managers
• Monitor performance and compliance of suppliers in line with the SD strategy
• Classify suppliers in terms of risk level (high, medium, low) as part of supplier risk management to inform relevant support interventions
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders in ensuring that SMEs are paid on time
• Build relationships with suppliers and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure sustainable SD programme

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Develop and implement a plan and scorecard to monitor and evaluate the impact of SD contributions
• Meet regularly with SD beneficiaries to ensure that value is generated and that expectations are being met
• Track and monitor that the B-BBBEE credentials of suppliers are current and support the business and transformation objectives
• Implement reporting and communication structures that ensure all stakeholders are adequately informed

B-BBEE Audit

• Support the annual B-BBEE audit on Supplier Development i.e. provide relevant documentation and attend to audit queries

Job Requirements
TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Risk identification and mitigation
• ESD Awareness & Insights
• Process Improvement & Efficiency
• Analytical and problem solving
• Customer insights and focus
• Planning and organising
• Business acumen
• Results and solution orientated

BEHAVIOUR COMPETENCIES

• Presentation and communication skills
• Relationship building and networking.
• Negotiation skills
• Influencing skills
• Critical thinking
• Resilience
• Deciding and Initiating Actions
• Relating and Networking

Deadline:20th March,2026

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Job Description

• Provide specialised strategic support and expert input in sector-specific technical areas for developing and implementing strategies, industry development goals, and value creation plans that will improve the turnaround of our Business Partners.
• Provide specialised sectoral advice on a range of matters, including but not limited to sector value chain dynamics, sector competitiveness, sector revenue, asset and profit pools, business strategy, crisis and interim management, business restructuring and stabilisation, performance improvement, debt restructuring, restarts/recapitalisation, and alternative capital raising mechanisms and sources.
• Utilising sector specialist knowledge, support the planning, implementation, quick resolution, and ultimate transformation of IDC’s Business Partners' performance by enhancing resilience, agility, and commercial strength in financial and capital management, competitive advantage, and organisational management.
• Ensure the content of turnaround strategies is commercial, practical, and implementable to “stop the bleeding”, stabilise, and initiate a growth trajectory in struggling and distressed Business Partners.
• Develop division capability through coaching, upskilling, and knowledge transfer to specialists and associates within each sector-specific department

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum qualification: a relevant honours degree in a technical subject.
• 8-10 years of industry or sector-specific experience
• Previous experience analysing the technical aspects of a deal or project.
• Having due diligence experience would be advantageous.
• Experience in peer review.
• Extensive experience managing stakeholders.
• Skilled in coaching and mentoring team members.
• Demonstrated success in negotiation
• Ability to influence both team members and stakeholders.
• Recognised as an expert or specialist within the field.
• Focused and tenacious in providing IDC clients with sector-specific, actionable strategies.
• Experienced in practical methods that have been developed and refined over years of practising strategy in both large and medium-sized businesses, which are effective in bridging the strategy-to-execution gap.
• Proven sector-level knowledge – understanding of competitive dynamics, including key competitors and their performance metrics.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide, among other things, expertise in the latest best practices to enhance the skills of employees within the Division.
• Conduct sector-specific technical risk analyses on turnaround plans and offer expert insights into potential risk mitigants when developing or reviewing value creation and strategic turnaround BP plans.
• Assist BPs in evaluating capital options and enterprise economic valuations, leading to the establishment of capital requirements and the identification of additional external sources outside IDC to raise the necessary funds for implementing BPs’ restructuring and turnaround strategies.
• Provide specialised input into proactive strategies, assessment of turnaround and value creation plans, and other initiatives that might arise.
• Offer expert input and guidance to industry forums and policy discussions.
• Identify potential risks within turnaround or value creation plans and establish mitigation strategies to reduce these risks.
• Provide expert input on the technical aspects of reports for presentation to the relevant credit and other committees as required.
• Participate in industry research alongside R & I, as well as other external sources and agencies.
• Assist with turbocharging current activities on distressed BPs by contributing to rapid assessments of their present situations, determining their future business viability, and urgently implementing emergency measures to prevent further losses.
• Provide innovative thinking, maintaining a quick pace, and offering an objective perspective through the integration of “business rules of the game” relevant to the specialised sector.
• Collaborate with R&I to research and raise awareness of the specific challenges posed by globalisation, technological advancement, and economic linkages at the sector level, and how these affect IDC clients.
• Deliver sector-level insights to support the development of BP's competitive advantages within IDC investee companies.
• Base recommendations and decisions on thoroughly researched sector data and information, rigorous analysis (including feasibility and viability assessments), external viewpoints, root causes, and clear logic to identify and seize strategic opportunities for clients.
• Provide excellent stakeholder management to build confidence among all stakeholders, from the boardroom to suppliers and staff.
• Through best practice research, influence, and support, help IDC portfolio clients identify the most effective actionable strategies and innovative approaches to meet their business and technological needs.
• Evaluate situations and pinpoint areas requiring negotiation; as a key differentiator, negotiate with critical stakeholders for the benefit of the IDC and their Business Partners.
• Lead and execute business transformation initiatives focusing on core growth to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Concentrate on implementing new operational strategies to achieve high levels of performance, productivity, and efficiency within specific industries or sectors.

Customer Focus and Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain a specialised network with IDC business partners and focus groups in technical areas (both existing and expanded).
• Represent the CSG Division on steering committees, client-based committees, and other task teams as required.
• Sustain and enhance the quality of service and communication to ensure excellent client relations service.

Learning, Leadership and People Growth

• Stay updated on the latest industry developments (conferences and sector forums).
• Participate in and lead knowledge sharing within the team and across functions.
• Coaching and mentoring team members

Job Requirements
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Resilience
• Decisiveness in execution
• People engagement
• Communication and engagement
• Diverse stakeholder management
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Change leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Business mindset

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Presentation and communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Relationship building and networking skills
• Persuading and Influencing skills
• Coaching and mentoring
• Leading and co-ordinating

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Sector expertise and networking
• Research and best practices
• Commercial acumen
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Customer focus and insights
• Strategic planning and management
• Report writing skills.

Deadline:17th March,2026