Remote Indirect Procurement Buyer - Cost-Saving Negotiator

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health and retirement"

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Buyer specializing in Indirect Procurement for a fully remote role. You will manage diverse indirect spend categories including IT, marketing, professional services, and facilities management, driving cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Ideal candidates will have proven negotiation prowess, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of indirect spend dynamics to build effective supplier relationships across diverse categories.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer with a strong focus on indirect procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for various indirect spend categories.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier consolidation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key indirect suppliers.
• Conduct market analysis to understand supplier landscapes and identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures while driving best value.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Supplier relationship management

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Buyer specializing in Indirect Procurement for a fully remote role. You will manage diverse indirect spend categories including IT, marketing, professional services, and facilities management, driving cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Ideal candidates will have proven negotiation prowess, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of indirect spend dynamics to build effective supplier relationships across diverse categories.