Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations Lead - Hybrid Procurement

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Hybrid work

Development programs

Health & retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to drive strategic sourcing, optimize supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement. The role supports a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration with remote capability in Gauteng.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a Bachelor’s in SCM or related field. Experience with hybrid work environments is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement or purchasing with focus on strategic sourcing and negotiations.
• Proven success managing significant supplier contracts and relationships.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in procurement software and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key spend categories.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and SLAs.
• Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to inform procurement strategies.
• Oversee procurement processes ensuring adherence to policies and ethics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement with business objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to drive strategic sourcing, optimize supplier relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement. The role supports a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration with remote capability in Gauteng.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a Bachelor’s in SCM or related field. Experience with hybrid work environments is advantageous.