Senior Purchasing Leader | Drive Savings & Performance

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Purchasing Manager to lead procurement in Pietermaritzburg. You will shape sourcing strategy, drive cost reductions, and oversee vendor performance to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

You will manage a procurement team, negotiate complex contracts, optimize inventory, and uphold compliance while partnering with senior stakeholders to align procurement with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, business admin, or related field.
• 7+ years in purchasing/procurement with 3+ years in management.
• Proven cost reduction through complex contracts.
• Strong inventory management and SCM knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
• Lead supplier negotiations for favorable terms.
• Manage and mentor purchasing team.
• Oversee vendor selection and management.
• Monitor market trends and manage risk.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Vendor management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business Admin

Tools

ERP software

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Purchasing Manager to lead procurement in Pietermaritzburg. You will shape sourcing strategy, drive cost reductions, and oversee vendor performance to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

You will manage a procurement team, negotiate complex contracts, optimize inventory, and uphold compliance while partnering with senior stakeholders to align procurement with business goals.