Remote Purchasing Manager - Strategy & Team Leadership

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations in a fully remote capacity. You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across the organization.

You will oversee a remote team, optimize procurement processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, delivering measurable value and strategic contribution from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in purchasing/procurement.
• At least 2 years in a management role.
• Proven remote leadership experience.
• Strong negotiation, communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of purchasers.
• Oversee procurement lifecycle: sourcing, negotiation, contracting, supplier performance.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Analytics

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations in a fully remote capacity. You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across the organization.

You will oversee a remote team, optimize procurement processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, delivering measurable value and strategic contribution from anywhere.