Strategic Sourcing Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Strategic impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive remote-first procurement initiatives and build long-term supplier relationships that align with strategic goals.

You will lead market analysis, negotiate high-value contracts, and implement supplier performance programs across the supply chain, delivering measurable cost savings and risk-mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven track record of leading complex sourcing initiatives and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, essential for a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for key categories of spend.
• Conduct comprehensive market intelligence and supplier landscape analysis.
• Lead complex negotiations for high-value contracts and service agreements.
• Implement supplier performance management programs to ensure quality and reliability.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements within the supply chain.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand strategic business needs.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their remote-first procurement team. This position is crucial for identifying and developing long-term supplier relationships that align with the company's strategic goals. You will conduct in-depth market analysis, lead complex sourcing projects, and implement innovative strategies to optimize spend and mitigate risks across the supply chain. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional who thrives in a virtual environment and possesses a strong analytical aptitude and a passion for driving impactful business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for key categories of spend.
• Conduct comprehensive market intelligence and supplier landscape analysis.
• Lead complex negotiations for high-value contracts and service agreements.
• Implement supplier performance management programs to ensure quality and reliability.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements within the supply chain.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand strategic business needs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex sourcing initiatives and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract negotiation , supplier relationship management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, essential for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• A collaborative and innovative company culture.
• Contribution to shaping the company's strategic direction.