Remote Strategic Sourcing Lead - Drive Cost Savings

Placements24; Upington; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Procurement Specialist to drive strategic sourcing and supplier development from home. You will analyze markets, shape category strategies, and lead negotiations to cut costs while maintaining quality.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strong remote communications with stakeholders, and compliance with policy. A seasoned procurement professional who thrives remotely will excel in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and achieve cost savings.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools.
• Excellent remote communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify potential suppliers.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key categories of goods and services.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, quality, and service levels.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and foster collaborative partnerships.
• Analyze spend data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Remote communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Procurement Specialist to drive strategic sourcing and supplier development from home. You will analyze markets, shape category strategies, and lead negotiations to cut costs while maintaining quality.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strong remote communications with stakeholders, and compliance with policy. A seasoned procurement professional who thrives remotely will excel in this position.