Remote IT Hardware Sourcing Pro

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote-friendly environment

Professional development & certs

Online training access

Job summary

Placements24 is actively recruiting a Remote Sourcing Specialist with IT hardware procurement expertise. This remote-first role allows you to work from anywhere while developing vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring timely delivery of servers, networking gear, workstations, and peripherals.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement or sourcing, a proven track record in contract negotiations, and strong knowledge of IT hardware pricing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement or sourcing with IT hardware focus.
• Proven track record in negotiating contracts and managing IT vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of IT hardware components, specs and market pricing.
• Analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Experience with procurement software and ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Business/Supply Chain.
• Experience with IT asset management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure IT hardware including servers, networking gear, desktops and peripherals.
• Identify, vet and onboard new IT hardware suppliers meeting quality standards.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and SLAs with IT vendors.
• Analyze market trends and pricing for best value on hardware investments.
• Manage vendor relationships and performance; address delivery or quality issues.
• Collaborate with IT teams to understand hardware requirements.
• Process purchase orders, track orders and manage delivery logistics.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, security standards and budgets.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Remote work

Analytical skills

IT hardware knowledge

Procurement strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Business / Supply Chain

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is actively recruiting a Remote Sourcing Specialist with IT hardware procurement expertise. This remote-first role allows you to work from anywhere while developing vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring timely delivery of servers, networking gear, workstations, and peripherals.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement or sourcing, a proven track record in contract negotiations, and strong knowledge of IT hardware pricing.