Remote Sourcing & Supplier Growth Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sourcing Specialist to identify and onboard suppliers for a global e-commerce platform. You will work across South Africa, with primary support for Bloemfontein, Free State, ensuring strong supplier relationships and competitive product offerings.

The role requires research prowess, solid negotiation skills, and experience with CRM and e-procurement tools. It’s fully remote, offering flexible work from anywhere in South Africa and opportunities for growth within

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sourcing, procurement, or supplier development in e-commerce/retail.
• Ability to conduct market research and identify new business opportunities.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency using online research tools, CRM systems, and e-procurement platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Understanding of global trade practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential suppliers and manufacturers globally and locally.
• Research supplier capabilities, product quality, pricing, and ethical standards.
• Initiate contact with prospective suppliers and present the company’s value proposition.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and MOQs with new suppliers.
• Facilitate onboarding for new suppliers, including documentation and system setup.
• Maintain a database of potential and approved suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand product needs and market trends.
• Monitor supplier performance and adherence to agreements in initial phases.
• Assist in developing sourcing strategies to expand product categories and reach.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging sourcing opportunities.

Skills

Supplier research

Negotiation

Remote collaboration

CRM tools

E-procurement platforms

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Supply Chain

Tools

CRM systems

E-procurement platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sourcing Specialist to identify and onboard suppliers for a global e-commerce platform. You will work across South Africa, with primary support for Bloemfontein, Free State, ensuring strong supplier relationships and competitive product offerings.

The role requires research prowess, solid negotiation skills, and experience with CRM and e-procurement tools. It’s fully remote, offering flexible work from anywhere in South Africa and opportunities for growth within