Remote Procurement Lead - Cost-Saving Sourcing

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Procurement Specialist to join its purchasing department. The role is fully remote and focuses on optimizing the acquisition of goods and services for operations in and around Richards Bay.

Key responsibilities include end-to-end procurement, market analysis for cost savings, supplier relationships, processing POs, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations in Richards Bay. A Bachelor's degree in SCM and 5+ years in procurement are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field.
• 5+ years in procurement/purchasing.
• Proven contract negotiation success.
• Experience with e-sourcing and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent remote collaboration and PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes.
• Conduct market analysis for savings and risks.
• Build strong supplier relationships.
• Process POs, track deliveries, resolve issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations in Richards Bay.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Contract management

Market analysis

Supplier relationships

Purchase orders

ERP systems

Remote communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Business Administration degree

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Procurement Specialist to join its purchasing department. The role is fully remote and focuses on optimizing the acquisition of goods and services for operations in and around Richards Bay.

Key responsibilities include end-to-end procurement, market analysis for cost savings, supplier relationships, processing POs, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations in Richards Bay. A Bachelor's degree in SCM and 5+ years in procurement are required.