Remote Strategic Procurement Leader

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health and welfare benefits

Full remote work flexibility

Leadership development programs

Dynamic remote collaboration culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Procurement Manager to lead its procurement functions with a strong emphasis on remote operations and strategy, supporting business units across multiple locations including Bloemfontein.

The role focuses on developing strategic sourcing, managing remote teams, negotiating major contracts, and delivering cost savings while fostering a high-performance culture in a distributed setup.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in procurement/supply chain management.
• Proven success in strategic sourcing and large-scale contract management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to lead remote teams and drive cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with long-term objectives.
• Lead and mentor a remote procurement team across locations.
• Oversee major supplier negotiations and favorable terms.
• Conduct market analysis and supplier due diligence to identify opportunities and risks.
• Establish KPIs and report on procurement performance for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align procurement with business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Business acumen

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Procurement Manager to lead its procurement functions with a strong emphasis on remote operations and strategy, supporting business units across multiple locations including Bloemfontein.

The role focuses on developing strategic sourcing, managing remote teams, negotiating major contracts, and delivering cost savings while fostering a high-performance culture in a distributed setup.