Remote Global Sourcing Lead - Procurement Strategy

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Bonuses based on performance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a visionary Lead Procurement Strategist to define and execute the organization’s global sourcing strategy in a fully remote role. The position leads complex sourcing initiatives, delivering cost savings while building a resilient supply chain and guiding cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a related field with 10+ years in strategic sourcing and governance, plus strong negotiation expertise and ERP experience

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Leadership experience of at least 3 years in a remote or distributed team.
• Expertise in negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term strategic sourcing plans for critical spend categories.
• Lead high-stakes negotiations with major suppliers to optimize value.
• Conduct market analysis, identify trends, and assess risks.
• Design category management strategies to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Mentor procurement team and promote a high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Communication

ERP systems

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

WhatJobs Direct seeks a visionary Lead Procurement Strategist to define and execute the organization’s global sourcing strategy in a fully remote role. The position leads complex sourcing initiatives, delivering cost savings while building a resilient supply chain and guiding cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in a related field with 10+ years in strategic sourcing and governance, plus strong negotiation expertise and ERP experience