Remote Purchasing Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a client to hire a seasoned Remote Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations from anywhere in South Africa. You will craft and implement purchasing strategies, oversee sourcing, negotiation, and contract management, and manage a distributed team.

The role requires 10+ years in purchasing with at least 4 years in leadership, strong negotiation and ERP experience, and a proven track record of delivering cost savings across multiple business units.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM, Business Admin, or related field.
• 10+ years in purchasing/procurement with 4+ years in leadership.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing procurement strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing remote teams and using virtual collaboration tools.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings and efficiency.
• Oversee sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
• Lead and mentor a remote purchasing team.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships for service and compliance.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Vendor management

Remote team leadership

ERP software

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a seasoned Remote Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement operations on a fully remote basis. This leadership role demands strategic oversight of all purchasing activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and cost management, to support diverse business units across the company. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust purchasing strategies that align with the company's financial goals and operational requirements, working from anywhere in South Africa . This position requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of global procurement best practices, and the ability to manage a distributed team effectively, driving efficiency and value from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies to achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Oversee and manage the entire procurement process, including sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a remote team of purchasing professionals.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring high levels of service and compliance.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and all relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in purchasing and procurement, with at least 4 years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful procurement strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing remote teams and utilizing virtual collaboration tools.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.

Benefits

• Attractive executive-level salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a global procurement function from anywhere.