Senior Buyer - Indirect Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from anywhere in SA

Competitive salary with incentives

Private medical insurance

Retirement fund

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Buyer specializing in indirect services for a fully remote role. You will own end-to-end procurement across IT, marketing, professional services, travel, and fleet management, developing category strategies, leading negotiations, and driving cost savings.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in procurement with a strong track record in remote collaboration and supplier performance management, delivering value while upholding compliance and ethical

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong specialization in indirect services sourcing.
• Proven experience in developing category strategies and leading complex negotiations.
• Demonstrated success in driving cost savings and value through strategic sourcing.
• Expertise in managing diverse indirect service categories (IT, professional services, travel, fleet, etc.).
• Strong understanding of contract law and contract management best practices.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency with e-sourcing tools, P2P systems, and advanced data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for indirect services.
• Lead complex negotiations with service providers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Manage and optimize supplier relationships to ensure performance, quality, and value.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Drive significant cost savings and value creation across indirect spend categories.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, HR, Finance, Operations) to ensure alignment.
• Oversee contract management, ensuring compliance and timely renewal or termination.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in indirect procurement.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Data analytics

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

e-sourcing tools

P2P systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding logistics and transportation company, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Buyer specializing in Indirect Services . This fully remote position is based anywhere in South Africa, offering significant flexibility and the opportunity to manage critical operational expenditures. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of a wide range of indirect services, including IT, marketing, professional services, travel, and fleet management. Key aspects of the role involve developing category strategies, leading complex negotiations, managing supplier performance, and driving cost savings and value creation. This role demands a high level of strategic thinking, market insight, and strong stakeholder management skills. Our client is committed to operational excellence and seeks a leader who can significantly influence their indirect spend. If you excel in a remote environment and have a proven track record in strategic procurement, this is the ideal opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive category strategies for indirect services.
• Lead complex negotiations with service providers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Manage and optimize supplier relationships to ensure performance, quality, and value.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Drive significant cost savings and value creation across indirect spend categories.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, HR, Finance, Operations) to understand needs and ensure alignment.
• Oversee contract management, ensuring compliance and timely renewal or termination.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in indirect procurement.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong specialization in indirect services sourcing.
• Proven experience in developing and executing category strategies and leading complex negotiations.
• Demonstrated success in driving significant cost savings and value through strategic sourcing.
• Expertise in managing diverse indirect service categories (IT, professional services, travel, fleet, etc.).
• Strong understanding of contract law and best practices in contract management.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency with e-sourcing tools, P2P systems, and advanced data analysis.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and lead initiatives in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from any location within South Africa.
• Our client provides a highly competitive salary package, complemented by performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• A comprehensive benefits plan includes private medical insurance, a robust retirement fund, and a generous allowance for home office expenses and professional development.
• You will be part of an innovative and forward-thinking company culture, with ample opportunities for career advancement and exposure to global best practices in logistics procurement.
• Join our client and shape the future of indirect procurement from anywhere.