Strategic Remote Procurement Leader

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations from anywhere. This fully remote role oversees sourcing, negotiations, vendor management, and lifecycle from requisition to payment to ensure quality and budget goals.

You will guide a distributed team, implement procurement software, drive cost savings, and foster continuous improvement across the supply chain while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement management with a track record of strategic sourcing and cost reduction.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans to meet evolving needs.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers to optimize pricing and terms.
• Oversee procurement lifecycle from requisition to payment for efficiency and compliance.
• Analyze market trends, identify risks, and mitigate supply chain issues.
• Manage and mentor a remote procurement team, fostering collaboration.
• Implement and utilize procurement software to streamline processes and visibility.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Remote team management

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations from anywhere. This fully remote role oversees sourcing, negotiations, vendor management, and lifecycle from requisition to payment to ensure quality and budget goals.

You will guide a distributed team, implement procurement software, drive cost savings, and foster continuous improvement across the supply chain while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders.