Senior Buyer - Indirect Materials

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development and industry認

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Buyer to lead indirect procurement and strategic sourcing from a fully remote position within South Africa. You will manage supplier relations, negotiate contracts, and optimize spend for non-production items, while ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

You will build strategies for MRO, IT, professional services, and consumables, leveraging data analysis tools like Excel and Power BI to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement or purchasing, with a focus on indirect categories.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and e-procurement platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services (e.g., MRO, IT, professional services, consumables).
• Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, conducting due diligence and performance assessments.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and service level agreements to achieve optimal value.
• Manage supplier performance, fostering strong relationships and resolving issues effectively.
• Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and ensure alignment.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to PO closure, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor industry trends and recommend innovative sourcing solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, pricing, and performance metrics.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / related field

Tools

ERP systems

E-procurement platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the mining services sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage the procurement of indirect materials and services. This is a fully **remote** position, allowing you to contribute expertise from anywhere within **South Africa**, supporting operations that are vital to the mining industry. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and ensuring cost-effective procurement of non-production related items. This role demands a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of market dynamics and a proven ability to drive value. You will play a key part in optimizing the supply chain for operational support, ensuring efficiency and compliance. The role is exclusively **remote**, emphasizing self-management and effective virtual collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services (e.g., MRO, IT, professional services, consumables).
• Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, conducting due diligence and performance assessments.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and service level agreements to achieve optimal value.
• Manage supplier performance, fostering strong relationships and resolving issues effectively.
• Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and ensure alignment.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to PO closure, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor industry trends and recommend innovative sourcing solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, pricing, and performance metrics.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement or purchasing, with a focus on indirect categories.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and e-procurement platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fully **remote** environment.
• Knowledge of the mining or industrial services sector is advantageous.
• Must be eligible to work **remotely** in **South Africa**.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary up to R , dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Fully **remote** work arrangement offering extensive flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry certifications.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Access to modern procurement technology and resources.
• A collaborative and results-driven remote work environment.
• Paid annual leave and other statutory benefits.