Strategic Sourcer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 520.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Remote-friendly

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Professional development

Team collaboration

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Strategic Sourcer to join the procurement team in a fully remote capacity. You will lead supplier evaluation, develop sourcing plans, and negotiate favorable terms to drive cost savings.

The role emphasizes market analysis, supplier relationship building, and cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders to meet sourcing objectives in a remote-first environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 4 years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven track record delivering cost savings through sourcing strategies.
• Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to conduct market research and spend analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.

Aufgaben

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and strategic fit.
• Develop and execute sourcing plans and strategies for assigned categories.
• Lead negotiation processes to secure favorable pricing, terms and conditions.
• Conduct market analysis to understand supplier landscapes and cost-saving opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key strategic suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and align with sourcing objectives.

Kenntnisse

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Market research

Spend analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Remote work

Stakeholder collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and analytical Strategic Sourcer to join their procurement team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This role is pivotal in identifying and securing cost-effective and high-quality suppliers for various business needs. You will conduct in-depth market research, develop sourcing strategies, and lead negotiations to achieve optimal outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual to leverage their expertise in sourcing and negotiation within a flexible, remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and strategic fit.
• Develop and execute detailed sourcing plans and strategies for assigned categories.
• Lead negotiation processes to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to understand supplier landscapes and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key strategic suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and ensure alignment with sourcing objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing sourcing strategies that deliver significant cost savings.
• Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform market research and spend analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote working environment with significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning options.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• A collaborative and results-driven virtual team culture.