Remote Buyer - Strategic Sourcing

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Buyer to lead strategic sourcing from anywhere in South Africa. This role focuses on developing cost-effective procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships to ensure the continuous supply of critical goods and services.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate favorable terms, and collaborate with distributed teams to deliver procurement solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience focused on strategic sourcing.
• Proven success in leading high-impact sourcing projects and negotiations.
• Ability to manage procurement activities in a remote environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for key spend categories.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers meeting quality and ethics.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations for favorable terms.
• Manage supplier performance through reviews and continuous improvement.
• Analyze market trends and pricing to inform Procurement strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver procurement solutions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Remote Buyer to lead their purchasing efforts from anywhere within South Africa. In this fully remote role, you will focus on strategic sourcing, developing and implementing cost-effective procurement strategies, and managing supplier relationships to ensure the continuous supply of critical goods and services. You will leverage your expertise to identify opportunities for innovation, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements across the supply chain, collaborating with distributed teams to achieve organizational goals. This is an ideal opportunity for a procurement professional seeking autonomy and the chance to drive significant impact remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for key categories of spend.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, ensuring they meet quality and ethical standards.
• Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.
• Manage supplier performance through regular reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and commodity pricing to inform procurement strategies.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver procurement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a focus on strategic sourcing.
• Demonstrated success in leading high-impact sourcing projects and complex negotiations.
• Proven ability to manage procurement activities effectively in a remote environment.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills, vital for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.
• Access to advanced procurement technology and resources.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking organizational culture.