Remote Purchasing Officer

Placements24; Soweto; Híbrido; ZAR 260.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Online training

Remote team culture

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a motivated and experienced Remote Purchasing Officer to join its procurement team. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa while mastering the end-to-end purchasing process for a range of goods and services.

You will negotiate with suppliers, evaluate performance, and collaborate with internal departments to ensure cost-effectiveness, compliance, and timely delivery.

Formación

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing methods, and contract management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management; remote-work capable.
• Familiarity with procurement software and collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines remotely.

Responsabilidades

• Manage full procurement cycle from requisition to delivery tracking.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers meeting quality and service standards.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to secure best value.
• Process purchase orders accurately and maintain records.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand needs and provide procurement support.

Conocimientos

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Communication

Remote work

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's degree or certification in related field

Herramientas

Procurement software

Digital collaboration tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Remote Purchasing Officer to join their procurement team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa . You will be responsible for managing the procurement process for a range of goods and services, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of purchasing principles, who can thrive in a virtual environment and contribute to optimizing the company's supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full cycle of procurement, from requisitioning to order placement and delivery tracking.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, ensuring they meet the company's quality and service standards.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible value for the organization.
• Process purchase orders accurately and maintain comprehensive records of all procurement transactions.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier performance, proactively addressing any issues or opportunities.
• Liaise with internal departments to understand their needs and provide timely procurement support.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and contract management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for remote work.
• Proficiency with procurement software and digital collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Relevant degree or certification in a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Access to online training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and engaging virtual team culture.