Remote Sourcing Specialist SA Market Research Procurement

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Remote training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Sourcing Specialist to support the procurement team from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on market research, supplier evaluation, and facilitating the procurement process in a fully remote setup based near Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will collaborate with internal teams, assist in negotiations, and maintain supplier databases while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or Supply Chain Management.
• 1–3 years of purchasing, sourcing, or procurement experience.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and terminology.
• Excellent online research and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Proficient with MS Office and virtual tools (Zoom/Teams).
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Stable internet connection and dedicated home office.
• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, pricing, and reliability.
• Support supplier negotiations under guidance from senior staff.
• Prepare purchase orders and manage procurement admin.
• Maintain supplier databases and procurement records.
• Collaborate with stakeholders via virtual channels to define needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract adherence.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies.
• Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Online research

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Self-motivation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, SCM or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Sourcing Specialist to support the procurement team from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on market research, supplier evaluation, and facilitating the procurement process in a fully remote setup based near Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will collaborate with internal teams, assist in negotiations, and maintain supplier databases while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.