Remote Purchasing Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Health benefits

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations from a remote capacity. This senior role oversees strategy, team management, and cost‑effective sourcing initiatives across the organization.

You will manage a remote team of procurement professionals, build strong supplier relationships, and drive compliant, value‑driven sourcing for goods and services in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain/Business Administration) required.
• 7+ years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in management.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing and complex supplier relationships.
• Strong leadership and remote team management capabilities.
• Experience with contract negotiation, risk assessment, and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency with advanced procurement software and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings and supplier performance.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of purchasing professionals.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement including sourcing, contracting, and SRM.
• Analyze market trends and supplier data to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership to align purchasing with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Procurement analytics

Negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Remote Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement operations from a remote capacity. This senior role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the purchasing function, including strategy development, team management, and execution of cost-effective sourcing initiatives. You will manage a remote team of procurement professionals, build strong relationships with key suppliers, and ensure the efficient and compliant acquisition of goods and services across the organization. This position offers a significant leadership opportunity within a fully remote structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings, enhance supplier performance, and ensure supply chain continuity.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a remote team of purchasing professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier relationship management.
• Analyze market trends, commodity prices, and supplier data to identify strategic opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Ensure adherence to all procurement policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional departments to align purchasing activities with strategic business objectives.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in purchasing and procurement, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading strategic sourcing initiatives and managing complex supplier relationships.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency with advanced procurement software and analytics tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential and long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Opportunities for advanced leadership training and professional development.
• Fully remote work environment offering exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Chance to shape the future of procurement strategy in a forward-thinking company.