Strategic Sourcing Manager

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Bonuses & equity

Home office support

Sustainable culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will shape and lead strategic sourcing for key categories, drive cost savings, and manage risk across supplier networks in the renewable energy/tech sector.

Collaborate with Engineering, Operations and Finance to align sourcing strategies with business goals, while building strong supplier partnerships and delivering measurable value in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement.
• Proven track record in complex sourcing initiatives and cost savings.
• Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories.
• Conduct market analysis including supplier landscape, cost drivers, and trends.
• Lead complex sourcing events with RFx processes, negotiations, and contracts.
• Manage key supplier relationships for performance, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and realise cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to drive alignment on requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance against contracts and implement corrective actions.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging sourcing methodologies.
• Manage risks within the supply base and develop contingency plans.
• Provide subject matter expertise on strategic sourcing to the organization.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading organization in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Strategic Sourcing Manager. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your preferred location within South Africa. You will be instrumental in developing and executing sourcing strategies for key categories of spend, driving significant cost savings, ensuring supply continuity, and fostering strong supplier partnerships. This role demands a deep understanding of market dynamics, risk management, and category expertise. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation, and contribute to our mission through your strategic procurement leadership in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, including supplier landscape, cost drivers, and technology trends.
• Lead complex sourcing events, including RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Manage and develop key supplier relationships to ensure optimal performance, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and realise cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Operations, Finance) to understand requirements and drive alignment.
• Monitor supplier performance against contracts and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging sourcing methodologies.
• Manage risks within the supply base and develop contingency plans.
• Provide subject matter expertise on strategic sourcing to the broader organization.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably within the renewable energy or technology sectors.
• Proven track record of leading successful complex sourcing initiatives and delivering substantial cost savings.
• Expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with advanced sourcing tools, analytics platforms, and ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to operate autonomously and lead effectively in a remote work setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of risk management principles in supply chains.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development in a leading industry.
• Performance-based bonuses and potential for equity.
• Support for home office setup and continuous learning.
• An innovative and sustainable company culture that values remote contributions.