Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Remote

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Leave policy

Professional cert access

Procurement tech tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for a fully remote procurement role. The position focuses on identifying, developing, and managing supplier relationships to drive significant cost savings and value across the organization.

You will handle complex sourcing projects, category management, and strategic procurement initiatives from a remote setting. Ideal candidates possess exceptional negotiation and analytical skills, experience with RFx processes, and deep knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as SCM or engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.
• Proven success leading complex sourcing projects with significant cost savings.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for key spend categories.
• Conduct market intelligence and supplier analysis to identify opportunities.
• Lead RFx processes, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects.
• Develop category management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and sustainability goals.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support implementation of new procurement technologies and processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote work

Self-motivation

ERP systems

E-procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle ERP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the technology sector, is seeking a driven and analytical Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their fully remote procurement department. This role is critical for identifying, developing, and managing supplier relationships to secure best-in-class products and services, driving significant cost savings and value across the organization. You will be responsible for complex sourcing projects, category management, and the implementation of strategic procurement initiatives. This position is ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a remote work environment, possesses exceptional negotiation skills, and has a deep understanding of global sourcing strategies. You will have the opportunity to shape procurement strategies and impact the company's competitive advantage. This role is 100% remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for key spend categories.
• Conduct comprehensive market intelligence and supplier analysis to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Lead complex sourcing events, including RFx processes, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing strategies.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects.
• Develop and implement category management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and sustainability goals.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support the implementation of new procurement technologies and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.
• Proven success in leading complex sourcing projects and achieving significant cost savings.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in contract management and supplier relationship management (SRM).
• Proficiency with e-procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Self-starter with a strong ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience in technology or high-growth industries is a significant advantage.
• Demonstrated understanding of global sourcing challenges and best practices.
• Must be based in South Africa and comfortable with a fully remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave policies.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certification.
• Access to cutting-edge procurement technology.
• A dynamic and innovative company culture.
• Potential for international exposure and career growth.