Global Sourcing Lead - Renewable Energy (Remote)

Placements24; Vrystaat; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

Annual bonus program

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager to lead procurement for solar and wind projects. This fully remote role welcomes candidates nationwide across South Africa, focusing on strategic supplier networks and cost-effective materials.

You will develop global sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, manage risk, and collaborate with engineering, project management, and finance to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in a related field.
• 7+ years in global sourcing/procurement in renewable energy or related sectors.
• Proven success in developing and executing global sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for renewable energy components and services.
• Identify, onboard, and manage international suppliers with focus on quality and sustainability.
• Lead complex negotiations for contracts, pricing and terms with global vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Manage and optimize a global supplier base, monitor performance, mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Supplier relationship mgmt

Spend analytics

ERP systems familiarity

Education

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management / International Business / Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

e-sourcing platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager to lead procurement for solar and wind projects. This fully remote role welcomes candidates nationwide across South Africa, focusing on strategic supplier networks and cost-effective materials.

You will develop global sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, manage risk, and collaborate with engineering, project management, and finance to keep projects on schedule and within budget.