Remote Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup support

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Buyer to join a leading international e-commerce platform. The role is fully remote within South Africa, supporting Cape Town operations, and focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Economics and 5+ years in buying or procurement, with strong negotiation and analytical skills for an active, global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics or related field.
• 5+ years' experience in buying, procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Proven ability to negotiate and achieve cost savings.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to identify suppliers and products.
• Lead negotiations to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure performance aligns with standards.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes from sourcing to delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Virtual collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Economics

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Buyer to join a leading international e-commerce platform. The role is fully remote within South Africa, supporting Cape Town operations, and focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Economics and 5+ years in buying or procurement, with strong negotiation and analytical skills for an active, global team.