Remote Buyer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Career development

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Buyer to manage procurement activities for our clients from anywhere. You will identify suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services while supporting cost optimization and supply chain efficiency.

In this fully remote role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage procurement software and ERP systems, and uphold ethical sourcing standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer or similar procurement role, with remote work.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills for virtual environments.
• Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Research and vet potential suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Manage end-to-end purchasing process from requisition to receipt.
• Monitor supplier performance and relationships.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and ethics.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Remote work experience

ERP software

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Remote Buyer to manage procurement activities for their business operations, supporting teams and projects remotely from anywhere. This role requires a self-starter with excellent negotiation skills and a deep understanding of sourcing strategies. You will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality goods and services. This is a fully remote position offering the flexibility to work from home while making a significant impact on cost optimization and supply chain efficiency for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market research to identify and vet potential suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favourable agreements.
• Manage the entire purchasing process, from requisition to receipt of goods or services.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong, productive relationships.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role, with demonstrated success in remote settings.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, adapted for virtual environments.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote capacity.
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Contribute to strategic procurement initiatives from anywhere, supporting operations relevant to Mahikeng .