Senior Procurement Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Home office allowance

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to operate remotely, driving strategic sourcing, category management, and complex negotiations across time zones. You will lead initiatives, optimize supplier value, and deliver meaningful savings while expanding supplier performance improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years in strategic sourcing, with strong experience in contract management and procurement software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, business, or related field.
• 5–7 years in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Proven track record of leading complex negotiations and savings.
• Expertise in procurement best practices and contract management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects from analysis to implementation.
• Develop category strategies to optimize value and mitigate risk.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance monitoring.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on procurement solutions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiations

Supplier relations

Market analysis

Contract management

Remote communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business

Tools

Procurement software

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Procurement Specialist to operate entirely remotely. This role is responsible for managing strategic sourcing initiatives, developing category strategies, and leading complex negotiations to achieve significant cost savings and supplier performance improvements. You will work autonomously, collaborating with internal stakeholders across different time zones to ensure the efficient and effective procurement of goods and services. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional looking for a remote role with substantial strategic impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects for key spend categories, from market analysis to implementation.
• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize value, mitigate risk, and drive innovation.
• Conduct complex negotiations with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage key supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
• Analyze market intelligence and internal spend data to identify and pursue cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver procurement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex negotiations and delivering significant savings.
• Expertise in procurement best practices, market analysis, and contract management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and advanced analytical tools.
• Excellent remote communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A role with significant autonomy and strategic influence.