Remote Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement from a remote setting, coordinating across time zones and stakeholders. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier relations, and cost optimization in a flexible, remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and analytical abilities, and proficiency with ERP and collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or strategic sourcing.
• Proven ability to manage procurement remotely in distributed teams.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement operations, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
• Identify and evaluate new and existing suppliers, fostering strong relationships.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and market trends.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimize spend and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with all company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across different departments and time zones.
• Prepare detailed reports on procurement activities, spend analysis, and supplier performance.
• Proactively manage risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Zoom

Slack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Procurement Specialist to join their virtual purchasing department. This position is a critical remote role responsible for managing procurement processes, sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services from anywhere. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to manage procurement independently in a remote setting. This role is specifically designed for individuals who thrive in a flexible, **remote-first** environment, contributing to operational excellence without the need for physical office presence. The strategic oversight for this role is aligned with operations in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement operations, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
• Identify and evaluate new and existing suppliers, fostering strong, productive relationships.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and market trends.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimize spend and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with all company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across different departments and time zones.
• Prepare detailed reports on procurement activities, spend analysis, and supplier performance.
• Proactively manage risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or strategic sourcing.
• Demonstrated success in managing procurement processes in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack).
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage workload remotely.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-disciplined, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions. This **fully remote** position offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere. Professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute to a forward-thinking procurement function are key advantages. While the role is remote, the operational context is linked to **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**.