Remote Procurement Project Lead – Cost Savings & Strategy

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Procurement Project Manager to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives from a remote position. You will optimize the supply chain, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while overseeing contracts and supplier performance.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, deep procurement process knowledge, and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment, collaborating with internal departments

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and financial skills are required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience managing remote teams is preferred.
• Proven ability to drive cost savings and efficiency in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement projects, including sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiation.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance and risk, ensuring adherence to contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with organizational goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Placements24 seeks a strategic Procurement Project Manager to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives from a remote position. You will optimize the supply chain, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while overseeing contracts and supplier performance.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, deep procurement process knowledge, and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic environment, collaborating with internal departments