Executive Leader, Global Procurement & Sourcing

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Company vehicle or car allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

International travel

Private office

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a visionary Head of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and procurement functions. This senior role demands a track record in managing complex supply chains, negotiating high-value contracts, and driving cost savings while ensuring supplier quality.

You will build and mentor a procurement team, develop global sourcing strategies, mitigate risks, and align with engineering, manufacturing and finance to support growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in procurement and supply chain, with at least 5 in leadership.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Proficiency in SAP Ariba and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and manage global sourcing of raw materials, components, and services.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with key suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Oversee procurement team performance and provide leadership.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Enforce procurement policies, procedures, and ethics.
• Monitor market trends and identify new sourcing opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and finance to align procurement needs.
• Manage the procurement budget and report on KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SAP Ariba

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a visionary Head of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and procurement functions. This senior role demands a track record in managing complex supply chains, negotiating high-value contracts, and driving cost savings while ensuring supplier quality.

You will build and mentor a procurement team, develop global sourcing strategies, mitigate risks, and align with engineering, manufacturing and finance to support growth.