Strategic Sourcing Leader - Manufacturing, Global Impact

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Health & retirement benefits

Global professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager in Klerksdorp, North West. The role leads procurement strategy for manufacturing categories, driving cost savings and supply‑chain resilience. You will craft long‑term plans, onboard suppliers, and negotiate high‑value contracts.

You will mentor a procurement team, partner with engineering and finance, and influence stakeholders across the business to achieve global sourcing excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA in SCM, Business Admin, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–10 years in strategic sourcing/procurement within manufacturing.
• Expertise in category management, global sourcing, and complex negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term strategic sourcing plans for key manufacturing categories.
• Identify and onboard new suppliers globally and domestically.
• Lead high-value contract negotiations with favorable terms.
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers to drive innovation.
• Conduct spend analysis, cost modeling, and supplier risk assessments.
• Drive continual improvement in sourcing and supply base.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance to align goals.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier relationship mgmt

Negotiation

Leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder influence

SAP / ERP

Education

MBA or MSc in SCM / Business Admin / Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

e-sourcing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager in Klerksdorp, North West. The role leads procurement strategy for manufacturing categories, driving cost savings and supply‑chain resilience. You will craft long‑term plans, onboard suppliers, and negotiate high‑value contracts.

You will mentor a procurement team, partner with engineering and finance, and influence stakeholders across the business to achieve global sourcing excellence.