Remote Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training & development

Remote work

Wellness program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing activities for operations around Richards Bay. This fully remote role requires a self-motivated professional with strong organizational and communication skills to source, negotiate, and procure goods and services while collaborating with multiple internal teams.

You will oversee end-to-end procurement, vet suppliers, ensure policy compliance, and leverage procurement software to monitor orders and performance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist or Buyer.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, market analysis, and negotiation techniques.
• Proficiency with procurement software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, from requisition to order fulfillment.
• Identify and vet suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, maintain vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and budgets.
• Utilize procurement software to track orders and generate reports.
• Provide support to internal departments on procurement best practices.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Negotiation

Vendor management

Remote collaboration tools

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Remote Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing activities for their operations in and around Richards Bay. This is a fully remote position that requires a self-motivated individual with excellent organizational and communication skills. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring a wide range of goods and services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality. The role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and facilitate seamless procurement processes, all while working from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, from requisition to order fulfillment.
• Identify and vet potential suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and budgetary constraints.
• Utilize procurement software and tools to track orders, manage supplier performance, and generate reports.
• Provide support and guidance to internal departments on procurement best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist or Buyer, preferably with remote work experience.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, market analysis, and negotiation techniques.
• Proficiency with procurement software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective remote interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote role.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Direct impact on procurement efficiency for operations serving Richards Bay.