Senior Strategic Sourcing Leader — Hybrid Work

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 54.000 - 91.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development and training

Performance-based bonus

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Purchasing Manager in the East London, Eastern Cape region to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and optimize procurement processes. The role focuses on delivering cost savings, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, robust negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of ERP systems and procurement software.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 8–10 years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with ERP and procurement software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field; Master’s or certifications are advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and process improvements.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery, and competitive pricing.
• Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals to high performance.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with departments to forecast demand and maintain inventory levels.

Kenntnisse

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIPS) advantageous

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Purchasing Manager in the East London, Eastern Cape region to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and optimize procurement processes. The role focuses on delivering cost savings, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, robust negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of ERP systems and procurement software.