Sourcing Manager

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, retirement benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives in a fully remote framework. The role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and engaging suppliers to secure optimal terms and deliver cost efficiencies across goods and services.

Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, conducting due diligence, managing negotiations, and fostering supplier collaboration to ensure resilient supply chains in a globally connected business environment.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing impactful sourcing strategies and achieving significant cost savings.
Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in market research and spend analysis tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly in remote environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for key spend categories.
Conduct thorough supplier assessments, including due diligence and capability evaluations.
Lead complex negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, favorable contract terms, and high service levels.
Manage and nurture strategic supplier relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.
Monitor market trends and supply chain risks, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities with business objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Remote team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Tools

Spend analysis tools

Contract management systems

Market research tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives within a fully remote framework. This role demands expertise in identifying, evaluating, and engaging with suppliers to secure optimal terms for goods and services. You will play a key part in developing robust sourcing strategies, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring supply chain resilience. This is a significant opportunity for a seasoned sourcing professional to make a substantial impact from anywhere, contributing to the company's strategic procurement goals.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for key spend categories.
Conduct thorough supplier assessments, including due diligence and capability evaluations.
Lead complex negotiations to achieve competitive pricing, favorable contract terms, and high service levels.
Manage and nurture strategic supplier relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.
Monitor market trends and supply chain risks, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities with business objectives.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing impactful sourcing strategies and achieving significant cost savings.
Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in market research and spend analysis tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly in remote environments.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

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