Remote Sourcing Specialist - Negotiate & Optimize

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an analytical and results-driven Sourcing Specialist to join a fully remote procurement team. You will identify new suppliers, optimize sourcing strategies, and secure high-quality goods at competitive prices while engaging global and local markets.

This role requires proactive engagement and strong negotiation skills to drive value for the organization. The position emphasizes remote collaboration with stakeholders and will contribute to growth objectives through

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sourcing or strategic procurement role.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough market analysis and supplier due diligence.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing complex contracts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for remote stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential new suppliers.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for various categories.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to achieve cost savings and better terms.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, RFPs, and RFQs; make strategic recommendations.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure performance meets obligations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements.

Skills

Market analysis

Supplier due diligence

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Remote stakeholder engagement

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an analytical and results-driven Sourcing Specialist to join a fully remote procurement team. You will identify new suppliers, optimize sourcing strategies, and secure high-quality goods at competitive prices while engaging global and local markets.

This role requires proactive engagement and strong negotiation skills to drive value for the organization. The position emphasizes remote collaboration with stakeholders and will contribute to growth objectives through