Remote Global Sourcing Lead

Placements24; South Africa; À distance; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Executive-level salary

Bonus potential

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement contributions

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Global Sourcing Manager to lead international procurement initiatives from anywhere. Develop global sourcing strategies, onboard suppliers, and negotiate favorable terms while ensuring supply continuity and compliance.

A strong background in global trade, cost optimization, and remote team leadership is essential. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning product development, engineering, and logistics to align sourcing with business needs and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 8–10+ years in global sourcing and strategic procurement, with international supplier management.
• Track record of cost savings and supply chain improvements.
• Expertise in international contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Understanding of global trade regulations and logistics.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across cultures/time zones.
• Experience leading remote teams and proficiency with procurement software.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new international suppliers, with due diligence and risk assessments.
• Lead complex negotiations for favorable pricing, terms, and SLAs.
• Manage strategic relationships with key international suppliers and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor global supply chain dynamics and geopolitical/economic trends affecting sourcing.
• Implement risk management, supplier diversification, and contingency planning.
• Collaborate with product development, engineering, and logistics to align sourcing with needs.
• Drive initiatives in sustainability, ethical sourcing, and compliance.
• Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for consolidation and leverage.
• Present sourcing reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Formation

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

Outils

Procurement software

Advanced analytics tools

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Global Sourcing Manager to lead international procurement initiatives from anywhere. Develop global sourcing strategies, onboard suppliers, and negotiate favorable terms while ensuring supply continuity and compliance.

A strong background in global trade, cost optimization, and remote team leadership is essential. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning product development, engineering, and logistics to align sourcing with business needs and