Remote Senior Sourcing Manager - Global Direct Materials

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work in SA

Performance incentives

Health & retirement benefits

Travel opportunities (supplier visits)

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly accomplished Remote Senior Sourcing Manager to lead direct-material procurement for a manufacturing operation. You will develop global sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring supply chain resilience.

The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead virtually across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (SCM/Engineering).
• 10+ years of progressive strategic sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven track record creating and executing global sourcing strategies.
• Strong contract negotiation, supplier-relations, and risk mitigation skills.
• Understanding of BOM and manufacturing processes; strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Excellent virtual communication, leadership, and collaboration abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and procurement tools.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global direct-material sourcing strategies.
• Identify, assess, and onboard new suppliers with due diligence and risk reviews.
• Lead negotiations for long-term supply agreements and favorable terms.
• Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and geopolitical factors.
• Build strategic relationships with key direct-material suppliers.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to align sourcing with product needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.
• Oversee forecasts and budgets for direct-material procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost optimization

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly accomplished Remote Senior Sourcing Manager to lead direct-material procurement for a manufacturing operation. You will develop global sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring supply chain resilience.

The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead virtually across cross-functional teams.