Purchasing Manager - Remote

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Executive bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement strategy on a fully remote basis, overseeing operations relevant to Upington. You will drive cost savings, supplier performance, and supply chain resilience while managing a remote team and collaborating with key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings extensive strategic sourcing experience, strong leadership, and proficiency with ERP systems to enable data-driven decisions in a global procurement context.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement management or leadership.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing and international procurement.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Experience leading a remote team.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• MBA or related master's degree highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost, quality, and service targets.
• Lead and mentor a remote procurement team.
• Oversee strategic sourcing, negotiations, and contract lifecycle management.
• Drive continuous improvement using technology and best practices.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capability, and spend data to identify opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Leadership

Remote team management

Education

MBA

MS in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Spend analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement strategy on a fully remote basis, overseeing operations relevant to Upington . This leadership role is responsible for defining and executing procurement strategies that align with business objectives, driving significant cost savings, improving supplier performance, and ensuring supply chain resilience. You will manage a remote team, foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, and leverage data analytics to make informed decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership acumen, extensive experience in strategic sourcing, and the ability to thrive in a fully remote management capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching procurement strategies to achieve cost, quality, and service level targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a remote procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee all strategic sourcing activities, including complex negotiations and contract lifecycle management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement function, leveraging technology and best practices.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and spend data to identify opportunities and manage risks.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in procurement, with a minimum of 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and international procurement.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a remote team effectively.
• Proficiency with advanced procurement software and ERP systems.
• A relevant master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• A top-tier salary package with executive-level bonuses and incentives.
• Completely remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement plan contributions.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development.