Strategic Raw Materials Procurement Lead

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Key role in a dynamic manufacturing op

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a specialized Procurement Specialist focusing on Raw Materials to join a core Randburg supply chain team. You will drive strategic sourcing, negotiate favorable terms, and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective material supply for manufacturing.

The role requires strong analytical ability, experience in raw material markets, and collaboration with production, R&D, and logistics to maintain optimal inventory levels and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement for raw materials in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management capabilities.
• Analytical skills for cost analysis and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure raw materials, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Develop sourcing strategies for cost-competitiveness and favorable terms.
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Forecast material needs and manage inventory with production and logistics teams.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Data analysis

Inventory management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is sourcing a specialized Procurement Specialist focusing on Raw Materials to join a core Randburg supply chain team. You will drive strategic sourcing, negotiate favorable terms, and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective material supply for manufacturing.

The role requires strong analytical ability, experience in raw material markets, and collaboration with production, R&D, and logistics to maintain optimal inventory levels and regulatory compliance.