Fully Remote Strategic Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 985,000 - 1,477,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Procurement Specialist to join a globally distributed team, supporting strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and process optimization. This fully remote role may impact Sandton operations while you collaborate with internal stakeholders to secure high‑quality materials at competitive prices.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in procurement, a bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field, and proficiency with e‑procurement systems and MS Office/Google

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or strategic sourcing.
• Proven success negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance.
• Proficiency with e‑procurement systems and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end‑to‑end procurement processes, including needs assessment, sourcing, supplier evaluation, and contract management.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost savings and enhance value.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of suppliers.
• Monitor market dynamics and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities in the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with all company procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support project requirements and operational needs through effective procurement strategies.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

e-procurement systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Procurement Specialist to join a globally distributed team, supporting strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and process optimization. This fully remote role may impact Sandton operations while you collaborate with internal stakeholders to secure high‑quality materials at competitive prices.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in procurement, a bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field, and proficiency with e‑procurement systems and MS Office/Google