Senior FMCG Raw Materials Sourcing Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge FMCG methods

Collaborative work environment

Generous annual leave

International exposure in sourcing

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing of raw materials and packaging for a major FMCG manufacturer. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost optimizations to ensure supply continuity.

The role requires a Bachelor's in SCM and 5–7 years in procurement, with strong analytics, knowledge of procurement software, and ability to collaborate with R&D, production and QA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field
• 5–7 years procurement experience, FMCG preferred
• Proven skills in strategic sourcing and supplier management
• Strong contract law knowledge and market understanding
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for raw materials, packaging, and other direct/indirect materials
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers meeting quality, cost and ethics standards
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve cost savings and favorable terms
• Manage ongoing supplier relationships and track performance
• Monitor market trends and mitigate disruptions
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations
• Collaborate with R&D, Production and QA to align procurement with business needs
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and cost reduction
• Maintain procurement records and performance metrics
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives within the supply chain

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Procurement software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing of raw materials and packaging for a major FMCG manufacturer. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost optimizations to ensure supply continuity.

The role requires a Bachelor's in SCM and 5–7 years in procurement, with strong analytics, knowledge of procurement software, and ability to collaborate with R&D, production and QA.