Remote Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Access to cutting-edge procurement工具

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Procurement Specialist to join our expanding procurement team. You will manage end-to-end procurement, negotiate terms with suppliers, and ensure ethical sourcing while maintaining compliant processes.

This role offers remote flexibility and opportunities to drive value across diverse categories. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, monitor orders, and implement cost-saving strategies while utilizing procurement software and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist or Buyer.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, RFQ/RFP, and negotiation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Process purchase orders accurately and monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely fulfillment.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and skilled Remote Procurement Specialist to join their expanding procurement team. This role will involve managing various aspects of the procurement lifecycle, from requisition to order fulfillment, ensuring compliance and efficiency. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to source goods and services, negotiate terms, and manage contracts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to work remotely, contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives, and drive value for the organization across diverse categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, RFQ/RFP, and negotiation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors .
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through effective sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Process purchase orders accurately and monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely fulfillment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist or Buyer, preferably in a remote setting .
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain principles.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Collaborative team environment with experienced procurement professionals.
• Access to cutting-edge procurement tools and technologies.