Remote Strategic Buyer - Indirect Services

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Buyer to manage indirect services procurement in Mahikeng, North West, ZA. This fully remote role involves sourcing professional services, maintenance, facilities management, and IT support, with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills to secure high-quality services at competitive prices.

You will lead end-to-end procurement, conduct RFPs/RFQs, evaluate proposals, and collaborate with internal departments to ensure requirements are met while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in procurement, with a focus on indirect services.
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience with procurement software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sourcing and procurement lifecycle for various indirect services.
• Identify potential service providers, conduct RFPs/RFQs, and evaluate proposals.
• Negotiate contract terms, SLAs, and pricing with vendors.
• Maintain strong working relationships with service providers, monitoring performance and addressing issues.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand service requirements and ensure procurement meets needs.
• Process purchase orders and manage vendor contracts, ensuring compliance and timely renewals.
• Analyze spending patterns for indirect services to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement activities align with company policies and ethical standards.
• Stay updated on market trends and best practices in indirect services procurement.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Procurement software

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Buyer to manage indirect services procurement in Mahikeng, North West, ZA. This fully remote role involves sourcing professional services, maintenance, facilities management, and IT support, with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills to secure high-quality services at competitive prices.

You will lead end-to-end procurement, conduct RFPs/RFQs, evaluate proposals, and collaborate with internal departments to ensure requirements are met while