Senior Procurement Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Nuwerus; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Fully remote position

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to drive strategic sourcing initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will develop category strategies, lead complex supplier negotiations, and manage key relationships to deliver significant cost savings across global spend.

The role rewards autonomy, stakeholder collaboration across time zones, and a strong emphasis on data-driven decision making. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in strategic sourcing and category management, a solid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex negotiations and delivering significant savings.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects for key spend categories, from market analysis to implementation.
• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize value, mitigate risk, and drive innovation.
• Conduct complex negotiations with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage key supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
• Analyze market intelligence and internal spend data to identify and pursue cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver procurement solutions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Procurement Specialist to operate entirely remotely. This role is responsible for managing strategic sourcing initiatives, developing category strategies, and leading complex negotiations to achieve significant cost savings and supplier performance improvements. You will work autonomously, collaborating with internal stakeholders across different time zones to ensure the efficient and effective procurement of goods and services. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional looking for a remote role with substantial strategic impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing projects for key spend categories, from market analysis to implementation.
• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize value, mitigate risk, and drive innovation.
• Conduct complex negotiations with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage key supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
• Analyze market intelligence and internal spend data to identify and pursue cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver procurement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex negotiations and delivering significant savings.
• Expertise in procurement best practices, market analysis, and contract management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and advanced analytical tools.
• Excellent remote communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A role with significant autonomy and strategic influence.