Remote Procurement Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Procurement Manager to lead its global procurement function. This executive role requires steering vision, managing a remote team, and driving cost savings while ensuring supply chain resilience across international suppliers.

You will lead negotiations, optimize procurement strategies, and uphold ethical standards in a remote-first environment, delivering measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing global procurement operations and diverse teams remotely.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management on a global scale.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a geographically dispersed team of procurement professionals.
• Oversee complex contract negotiations and manage key global supplier relationships.
• Implement robust risk management frameworks to ensure supply chain continuity and security.
• Analyze market dynamics and financial data to inform strategic procurement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all international regulations and ethical procurement standards.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Remote leadership

Education

MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and strategic Remote Procurement Manager to lead their global procurement function. This leadership role involves setting the vision and strategy for all purchasing activities, managing a remote team, and optimizing supply chain operations from anywhere. You will be responsible for driving significant cost savings, ensuring supply chain resilience, and fostering strong relationships with international suppliers. This is a key executive-level position for a results-oriented leader who can effectively manage complex global procurement operations in a remote-first environment, ensuring strategic alignment and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a geographically dispersed team of procurement professionals.
• Oversee complex contract negotiations and manage key global supplier relationships.
• Implement robust risk management frameworks to ensure supply chain continuity and security.
• Analyze market dynamics and financial data to inform strategic procurement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all international regulations and ethical procurement standards.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing global procurement operations and diverse teams remotely.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management on a global scale.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary, bonus, and stock options.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours and significant autonomy.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous vacation policy and paid time off for personal well-being.
• Opportunities for extensive professional development and executive coaching.