Remote Strategic Sourcing Leader (Wine & Spirits)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Home office stipend

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Strategic Sourcing Manager for a globally recognized wine and spirits leader. The role focuses on developing long-term sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, and services, while collaborating with operations, marketing, and R&D from a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in strategic sourcing within CPG or related industries, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of delivering significant cost savings and

Qualifications

• Master''s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 7+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management (CPG/food & beverage/wine & spirits preferred).
• Proven track record of cost savings and successful sourcing programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for key procurement areas (agricultural inputs, packaging, logistics).
• Lead cross-functional teams in complex sourcing projects and supplier selections.
• Conduct market analysis, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Negotiate high-value contracts and long-term agreements with global suppliers.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure quality, sustainability, and ethics.
• Translate business needs into clear sourcing requirements and drive cost savings.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cost reduction

Category management

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Strategic Sourcing Manager for a globally recognized wine and spirits leader. The role focuses on developing long-term sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, and services, while collaborating with operations, marketing, and R&D from a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in strategic sourcing within CPG or related industries, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of delivering significant cost savings and