Strategic Sourcing Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus structure

Fully remote position

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous leave & development budget

Access to procurement technology

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead procurement initiatives in a fully remote setting. The role focuses on developing category strategies, managing complex supplier relationships, and driving significant cost savings while mitigating supply chain risks.

You will work autonomously within a supportive, tech-forward organization, collaborating with senior stakeholders and leveraging data analytics to improve performance and resilience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 7+ years in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement leadership.
• Proven cost savings from large-scale sourcing projects.
• Experience with contract negotiation and supplier risk assessment.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling and data analysis skills.
• Outstanding leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for key spend areas.
• Lead complex sourcing events including RFPs, RFQs and negotiations.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and tech to gain advantages.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders across the organization.
• Set and monitor KPIs for supplier performance and contract compliance.
• Drive continuous procurement improvements using data analytics.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Risk assessment

Data analysis & financial modeling

Leadership & communication

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead their procurement initiatives from a fully remote setting. This pivotal role requires developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with business objectives, drive significant cost savings, and enhance supplier value. You will be responsible for managing complex supplier relationships, conducting detailed market analysis, and mitigating supply chain risks. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a substantial impact on the company's bottom line and operational resilience, working autonomously within a supportive and technologically advanced organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for key spend areas to achieve optimal value and risk mitigation.
• Lead complex sourcing events, including RFPs, RFQs, and contract negotiations with global suppliers.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging technologies to identify competitive advantages.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders across the organization.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier performance and contract compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, leveraging data analytics and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement leadership.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale sourcing projects and delivering significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous annual leave and professional development budget.
• Access to cutting-edge procurement technology and resources.