Fully Remote Strategic Sourcing Manager, Raw Materials

Placements24

Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager with a focus on raw materials to join our team in a fully remote capacity. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across global commodities.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in strategic sourcing, a strong financial mindset, and proven negotiation skills. You will collaborate with R&D, production, and finance to align procurement with business goals and risk

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Admin, Engineering, or related field.
6+ years in strategic sourcing with raw materials/commodities.
Proven global sourcing, negotiation, and contract management experience.
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills for market dynamics.
Experience with procurement systems and supply chain planning tools.
Excellent leadership and remote-collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for critical raw materials to ensure resilience and pricing.
Conduct market analysis of global commodity trends, supplier capabilities, and economic factors.
Lead negotiations with raw material suppliers for favorable terms and long-term agreements.
Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk programs for the materials portfolio.
Collaborate with R&D, production, and finance to align sourcing with product goals.
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.