Strategic Sourcing Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for significant spend areas in a remote-first role. The position focuses on cost reduction, supplier performance, and risk management across global suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in strategic sourcing, expert negotiation skills, and a strong ability to influence stakeholders.

Formación

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, with significant experience in complex sourcing environments.
• Proven track record of leading global sourcing initiatives and delivering cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and market trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proficiency in e-sourcing tools, ERP systems, and advanced analytics.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement category strategies for significant spend areas, focusing on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvement.
• Lead RFx processes, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Manage and develop strategic relationships with global suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Establish supplier performance management frameworks and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to ensure procurement solutions meet business needs.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and track performance against targets.

Conocimientos

Market analysis

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote work capability

Sustainability sourcing

Educación

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

Herramientas

ERP systems

E-sourcing tools

Advanced analytics

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking Strategic Sourcing Manager to join their team on a fully remote basis. This pivotal role will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for key spend categories, driving significant cost savings and ensuring supply chain excellence. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in market analysis, supplier relationship management, and negotiation to optimize procurement operations. This is a remote-first position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere, while contributing to the strategic direction of a global organization. You will play a critical role in identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, fostering innovation with suppliers, and ensuring alignment with sustainability goals. The successful candidate will be a proactive leader, capable of managing complex projects and influencing stakeholders at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• - Develop and implement category strategies for significant spend areas, focusing on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvement.


• - Conduct in-depth market intelligence and supplier assessments to identify opportunities and potential risks.


• - Lead complex sourcing events, including RFx processes, negotiations, and contract award.


• - Manage and develop strategic relationships with key global suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation.


• - Establish robust supplier performance management frameworks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.


• - Collaborate closely with internal business partners to understand requirements and ensure procurement solutions meet business needs.


• - Drive cost savings initiatives and track performance against targets, reporting on key metrics.


• - Ensure compliance with all company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.


• - Identify and implement best practices in strategic sourcing and procurement.


• - Contribute to the development and execution of the overall procurement strategy.

Requirements

• - Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.


• - A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, with a significant portion in complex sourcing environments.


• - Proven track record of successfully leading global sourcing initiatives and delivering substantial cost savings.


• - Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.


• - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends.


• - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.


• - Proficiency in e-sourcing tools, ERP systems, and advanced analytics.


• - Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage a remote workload.


• - Demonstrated experience in driving sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.


• - Fluent in English; multilingual abilities are a strong asset.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive executive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives. Our client provides an exceptional benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, a robust retirement plan, and significant annual leave. You will have access to professional development resources, cutting-edge technology, and the autonomy to shape your work environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on strategic procurement from anywhere, contributing to a globally recognized organization.