Senior Purchasing Officer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with incentives

Health, dental, vision insurance

Development allowance

Fully remote

Global impact opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Officer to lead procurement for our remote operations. You will drive strategic sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee end-to-end procure-to-pay processes with strong autonomy.

This role offers flexible remote work from anywhere, a focus on cost optimization, and collaboration with stakeholders across global teams to ensure continuous supply and business continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business Admin or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in purchasing/procurement.
• Proven negotiation, contract management and strategic sourcing track record.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills; comfortable with virtual work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies while controlling costs.
• Conduct market research to identify suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
• Manage end-to-end procure-to-pay process.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and monitor SLAs.
• Analyze spending patterns to identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet procurement needs efficiently.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Strategic sourcing

Analytical skills

Communication

Procurement software

Virtual environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Purchasing Officer to lead procurement efforts for their remote operations. This role is critical for managing the acquisition of a wide range of goods and services essential for business continuity, all while working from a location of your choice. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing, negotiation, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of supplies. This position offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional to leverage their expertise in a fully remote setting, drive significant cost savings, and optimize supply chain performance with great autonomy and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies to meet organizational needs while managing costs.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and secure competitive pricing and favorable terms through negotiation.
• Manage the entire procure-to-pay process, including requisitioning, purchase order generation, and invoice reconciliation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, monitoring their performance and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across various departments to ensure their procurement needs are met efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Proven track record in negotiation, contract management, and strategic sourcing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and standard office applications, comfortable working in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for professional development and continuous learning.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on a global scale from anywhere.