Purchasing Manager - Regional

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or travel allowance

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Executive training programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Regional Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement across its northern region, based in Polokwane. You will develop and execute purchasing strategies, lead a procurement team, and drive cost savings while ensuring supply continuity for Limpopo.

The role requires a strategic mindset, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage complex procurement portfolios in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 8+ years of procurement experience, including ≥4 years in a managerial role.
• Proven success in strategic sourcing, cost reduction and supplier management.
• Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
• Expertise with procurement software, ERP systems and advanced negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional purchasing strategies to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers for major contracts and framework agreements.
• Manage and mentor the regional purchasing team, with clear performance goals.
• Oversee inventory management and demand planning to minimize disruptions.
• Conduct market research and supplier audits to ensure competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with national leadership and other regions to align best practices.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Supplier relationship management

Leadership

Negotiation

Team management

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking a seasoned Regional Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement activities across their operations in the northern region, based in Polokwane . This leadership role is responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies that align with business objectives, manage supplier relationships, and drive significant cost savings. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, ensuring efficient operations and continuous improvement within the supply chain of Limpopo . The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage complex procurement portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional purchasing strategies to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers for major contracts and framework agreements.
• Manage and mentor the regional purchasing team, setting performance goals and fostering professional development.
• Oversee inventory management and demand planning to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Conduct market research and supplier audits to ensure competitive pricing and compliance.
• Collaborate with national procurement leadership and other regional departments to align strategies and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Over 8 years of progressive experience in purchasing and procurement, with a minimum of 4 years in a management capacity.
• Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, cost reduction, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in procurement software, ERP systems, and advanced negotiation techniques.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with significant bonus potential based on performance.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Company car or travel allowance for regional duties.
• Professional development opportunities and executive training programs.
• A dynamic leadership role with strategic impact in the Limpopo region.