Remote Sourcing Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Stock options

Fully remote work

Global health benefits

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for global operations, with a focus on Stellenbosch. The role demands autonomous leadership, sophisticated strategy development, and strong supplier relationship management in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in negotiations, analytics, and ERP/e-procurement tools, plus a Master's in a related field.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategic sourcing and procurement leadership.
• Proven remote work history and ability to lead across geographies.
• Strong negotiation, analytics, and supplier performance evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for key spend categories, supporting multiple hubs including Stellenbosch.
• Lead complex negotiations with major suppliers, securing favorable terms and SLAs.
• Foster cross-functional relationships across departments and geographies.
• Conduct market analyses, risk assessments, and supplier performance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement and best-practice adoption in procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Remote leadership

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

e-procurement platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives for their global operations, with a focus on supporting their key business functions from Stellenbosch . This fully remote role requires a leader capable of developing and executing sophisticated sourcing strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and driving significant cost savings. You will work autonomously, leveraging digital tools and collaborative platforms to achieve objectives. This is a unique opportunity for a senior procurement professional who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about strategic sourcing and supplier development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for key spend categories across the organization, supporting the Stellenbosch hub.
• Lead complex negotiations with major suppliers, securing favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across different departments and geographies.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, risk assessments, and supplier performance evaluations to optimize the supply base.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, identifying and implementing best practices.

Requirements

• Significant experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement leadership, with a proven remote work history.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency with advanced sourcing tools, e-procurement platforms, and ERP systems.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including substantial bonuses and stock options.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• An opportunity to shape procurement strategy for a forward-thinking company supporting Stellenbosch .