Global Raw Materials Category Lead (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2,535,000 - 3,548,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Equity incentives

Global health benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Global Category Manager to oversee procurement of critical raw materials in a fully remote role. You will lead global sourcing initiatives, develop category strategies, and manage key supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience.

The ideal candidate brings a Master's in SCM or related field with 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience in chemicals/manufacturing, and a proven ability to lead remote, cross-functional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM, business, chemistry, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in strategic sourcing and category management for chemicals/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global category strategies for raw materials, focusing on cost optimization and supplier innovation.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes: market intelligence, supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting.
• Manage relationships with global strategic suppliers, driving performance improvements and collaboration.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, disruptions, and new sourcing opportunities.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Product Development to align sourcing with business needs.
• Oversee supplier performance management, establish KPIs, ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in SCM / related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Data analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Global Category Manager to oversee procurement of critical raw materials in a fully remote role. You will lead global sourcing initiatives, develop category strategies, and manage key supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience.

The ideal candidate brings a Master's in SCM or related field with 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience in chemicals/manufacturing, and a proven ability to lead remote, cross-functional