Remote Sourcing Manager: Raw Materials Strategy

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work from anywhere in SA

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sourcing Manager in South Africa to lead strategic procurement of essential raw materials. You will identify, evaluate, and develop a robust supplier base while negotiating favorable terms and ensuring supply continuity across multiple production lines.

You will manage remote teams, collaborate with R&D, production, and quality, and implement market analysis and KPI-driven supplier management.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; master's or professional certification preferred.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, focused on raw materials.
• Proven track record delivering cost savings and leading supplier negotiations.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for key raw materials to reduce costs and improve supply security.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers, performing due diligence and capability assessments.
• Lead complex negotiations to secure pricing, terms, and long-term supply agreements.
• Manage relationships with existing strategic suppliers and drive value through partnerships.
• Conduct market analysis, price benchmarking, and risk assessment for raw materials.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality to meet material requirements and specs.
• Monitor global supply chain risks and mitigate to ensure continuity.
• Establish KPIs for supplier performance and sourcing initiatives; report progress.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing to reduce lead times and optimize inventory.

Kenntnisse

Strategic sourcing

Vendor negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Remote team management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / related

Master's degree or CIPS certification

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Advanced Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Sourcing Manager in South Africa to lead strategic procurement of essential raw materials. You will identify, evaluate, and develop a robust supplier base while negotiating favorable terms and ensuring supply continuity across multiple production lines.

You will manage remote teams, collaborate with R&D, production, and quality, and implement market analysis and KPI-driven supplier management.