Senior Strategic Sourcing Leader (Hybrid) | Global Spend

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Facilities in Vereeniging

Bonuses

Long-term incentives

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead critical procurement initiatives across key spend categories, driving cost savings and value creation within a complex, global supply chain.

You will develop and execute advanced sourcing strategies, negotiate with global and local suppliers, monitor supplier performance, and mentor the procurement team in a hybrid work environment.

Formación

• Master's degree in SCM, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management.
• Proven track record developing and executing sourcing strategies with cost savings.
• Expertise in complex contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk management.
• Strong analytical skills with financial modelling, TCO analysis, and market intelligence gathering.
• Experience with global sourcing and international supply chains.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in advanced procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment with self-discipline and collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for assigned spend categories, considering market dynamics, cost drivers, and risk factors.
• Lead complex negotiations with key global and local suppliers to secure optimal terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with strategic suppliers to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
• Conduct thorough market analysis, supplier assessments, and total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling.
• Manage supplier performance and conduct regular business reviews to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and contractual obligations.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, developing contingency plans to ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with internal business units to understand strategic needs and ensure procurement strategies support objectives.
• Drive value creation through cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and supplier development programs.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the procurement team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

TCO analysis

Market intelligence

Global sourcing

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Educación

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Herramientas

SAP Ariba

Oracle

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead critical procurement initiatives across key spend categories, driving cost savings and value creation within a complex, global supply chain.

You will develop and execute advanced sourcing strategies, negotiate with global and local suppliers, monitor supplier performance, and mentor the procurement team in a hybrid work environment.