Remote Sourcing Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office allowance

Health & dental insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Remote Sourcing Specialist to join its procurement division. This fully remote role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and engaging suppliers to secure competitive pricing and high-quality goods and services.

You will conduct market analysis, negotiate terms, and build supplier relationships from your home office, with strong emphasis on analytics, independence, and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or strategic purchasing, preferably remote.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience in managing supplier contracts.
• Proficiency with sourcing platforms, e-procurement tools, and advanced Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source potential suppliers globally and locally, conducting comprehensive due diligence.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and compliance with company standards and ethical guidelines.
• Lead negotiations for pricing, terms, and conditions for a variety of goods and services.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers through regular communication.
• Analyze market data and sourcing trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Prepare detailed reports on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and cost savings achieved.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

Sourcing platforms

E-procurement tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and resourceful Remote Sourcing Specialist to join their procurement division. This fully remote position empowers you to identify, evaluate, and engage with new and existing suppliers to secure competitive pricing and high-quality goods and services for the company. You will leverage digital platforms and communication tools to conduct thorough market analysis, negotiate effectively, and build robust supplier relationships, all from your home office. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses exceptional analytical skills, and is adept at managing procurement tasks independently. This role is critical in driving supply chain excellence and ensuring cost efficiency across the organization, offering significant autonomy and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source potential suppliers globally and locally, conducting comprehensive due diligence.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and compliance with company standards and ethical guidelines.
• Lead negotiations for pricing, terms, and conditions for a variety of goods and services.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers through regular communication.
• Analyze market data and sourcing trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Prepare detailed reports on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and cost savings achieved.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or strategic purchasing, preferably in a remote setting.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience in managing supplier contracts.
• Proficiency in using sourcing platforms, e-procurement tools, and advanced Excel functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored for remote work.
• Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing expenses.
• Opportunities for professional growth and participation in strategic sourcing projects.