Remote Sourcing Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote role

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sourcing Manager to lead procurement from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on developing sourcing strategies, driving cost savings, and ensuring resilient supply chains in a distributed team.

You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and onboard partners to deliver value. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in strategic sourcing, strong leadership, and remote collaboration skills to shape procurement strategy on a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and manage significant supplier contracts.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in market analysis and cost modeling.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
• Lead complex negotiations with major suppliers to secure optimal terms and pricing.
• Manage and develop a portfolio of key supplier relationships, ensuring high performance.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Oversee contract management, including drafting, review, and compliance monitoring.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing activities.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supply chain management

Negotiations

Market analysis

Cost modeling

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Business or SCM degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Sourcing Manager to lead their procurement efforts from anywhere within South Africa. This position is fully remote and requires a proactive leader who can identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to drive significant cost savings and ensure supply chain resilience. You will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for key categories, fostering strong supplier relationships, and managing contracts. This is a crucial role for an individual with a proven track record in strategic sourcing and a commitment to delivering exceptional value through effective procurement practices in a distributed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
• Lead complex negotiations with major suppliers to secure optimal terms and pricing.
• Manage and develop a portfolio of key supplier relationships, ensuring high performance.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Oversee contract management, including drafting, review, and compliance monitoring.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing activities.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and manage significant supplier contracts.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in market analysis and cost modeling.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated success in driving cost savings and process improvements remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape procurement strategy on a national level.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.
• Work with a progressive and collaborative remote team.