Senior Strategic Buyer - Remote Leadership in Sourcing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Remote work options

Executive bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic sourcing initiatives within its procurement division. You will develop and execute category strategies, manage key supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across spend categories.

This leadership role requires 5+ years in strategic sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and a solid grasp of procurement practices. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with operations, finance and R&D to align

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Senior Buyer or in a strategic sourcing role.
• Proven track record in leading complex negotiations and managing large spend categories.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices, contract law and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize sourcing, cost, and supplier performance.
• Lead complex negotiations with major suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Conduct spend analysis and market intelligence to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Mentor junior procurement team members and foster professional growth.
• Collaborate with operations, finance and R&D to align procurement with business goals.
• Oversee the procure-to-pay process ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Senior Buyer to lead strategic sourcing initiatives within its procurement division. You will develop and execute category strategies, manage key supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across spend categories.

This leadership role requires 5+ years in strategic sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and a solid grasp of procurement practices. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with operations, finance and R&D to align