Senior Procurement Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybride; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Substantial annual leave

Continuous professional development

Access to advanced procurement tools

Remote work flexibility

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to drive strategic procurement initiatives on a remote basis across South Africa. The role focuses on optimizing spend, managing supplier relationships, and leading end-to-end sourcing and contracts while ensuring compliance and sustainability.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of procurement experience, advanced negotiation skills, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Experience leading complex sourcing projects and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a remote setting.
• Commitment to ethical procurement practices and supply chain sustainability.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories focusing on value optimization and risk mitigation.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFx development, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
• Manage and nurture strategic relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and innovation.
• Conduct market analysis and spend assessments to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align procurement with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance against contracts and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.
• Mentor and support junior procurement team members.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Verbal and written communication

Stakeholder management

Self-starter

Remote work adaptability

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field

Master’s degree

Outils

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Procurement software suites

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join their organization on a fully remote basis. This role is critical for driving strategic procurement initiatives, optimizing spend, and managing key supplier relationships across various business units. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of procurement best practices, advanced negotiation skills, and a proven ability to manage complex sourcing projects from inception to completion. As a remote-first position, this role offers significant flexibility and autonomy, allowing you to work from any approved location within South Africa. You will be instrumental in identifying cost‑saving opportunities, ensuring supply chain resilience, and contributing to the company’s overall profitability and operational efficiency. We are looking for a self‑motivated individual with exceptional analytical and communication skills to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies for assigned categories, focusing on value optimization and risk mitigation.
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing processes, including RFx development, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
• Manage and nurture strategic relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and innovation.
• Conduct detailed market analysis and spend assessments to identify cost reduction opportunities and best‑in‑class practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, provide expert advice, and ensure procurement alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure compliance with all company procurement policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness in procurement operations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.
• Mentor and support junior members of the procurement team as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex sourcing projects and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in procurement software suites, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Proven commitment to ethical procurement practices and supply chain sustainability.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and evolving business environment.

Benefits

This remote position offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, reflecting the senior nature of the role. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical aid, a generous retirement fund contribution, and substantial annual leave. Employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and access to advanced procurement tools. The flexibility of remote work promotes a healthy work‑life balance. This role offers a significant opportunity for career advancement and impact within a dynamic organization.