Senior Purchasing Manager – Carbon Steel Procurement (Remote / South Africa)

Company: Jay Logistics & Trade LLC
Location: South Africa (Remote / Hybrid)
Industry: Steel Trading | Manufacturing | Global Supply Chain
Employment Type: Contract → Long-Term Procurement Leadership
Work Arrangement: Remote with Supplier Coordination
Contract Term: 12 Months (Renewable)
Compensation: Performance-Based → Starting from ZAR 39,000+ Monthly after first completed order

About Jay Logistics & Trade LLC

Jay Logistics & Trade LLC is a global leader in carbon steel procurement, logistics, and supply chain management. We specialize in sourcing, trading, and delivering steel products across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Our portfolio includes:

Carbon steel coil
Rebar and reinforcing steel
Structural steel beams
Steel plates and fabricated industrial materials

We are expanding our African operations and seek a senior purchasing manager in South Africa to lead supplier negotiations, procurement operations, and supply chain coordination.

Position Overview

The Senior Purchasing Manager – Carbon Steel Procurement will drive sourcing and supplier management for industrial and commercial steel clients. This role focuses on:

Supplier identification and onboarding
Negotiating competitive pricing and delivery terms
Coordinating purchase orders and logistics with internal teams
Ensuring material quality and specification compliance

Once the first purchase order is successfully executed, the position transitions to a fully compensated monthly procurement leadership role starting at ZAR 39,000+ per month, with long-term growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

Steel Supplier Development

Identify and evaluate carbon steel mills, distributors, and suppliers across South Africa
Build and maintain supplier relationships for carbon steel coils, rebar, structural steel, and plates
Maintain ongoing communication with suppliers and production partners

Procurement Negotiation

Negotiate pricing, volumes, timelines, and payment terms
Coordinate Incoterms, shipping schedules, and export readiness
Ensure reliable supply and competitive costs

Supply Chain Coordination

Track production schedules, delivery timelines, and order fulfillment
Assist with purchase order preparation and supplier quotations
Collaborate with logistics and sales teams for seamless operations

Quality & Specification Compliance

Verify that materials meet engineering standards
Resolve production or material issues with suppliers
Maintain procurement documentation and supplier records

Market & Procurement Intelligence

Monitor market pricing, freight costs, and steel supply chain developments
Provide actionable insights and supplier recommendations to executive leadership

Compensation Structure

Phase 1 – Procurement Development

Supplier identification and onboarding
Negotiation and procurement coordination
Purchase order preparation

Phase 2 – Monthly Salary Activation

After first successfully executed purchase order
Base monthly salary: ZAR 39,000+ (depending on experience)
Additional incentives: procurement bonuses, order-based commissions

Required Qualifications

5+ years experience in steel procurement or supply chain management
Proven experience with steel mills, trading companies, or industrial manufacturing procurement
Knowledge of carbon steel coil, rebar, structural steel, and steel plate markets
Strong supplier relationship management and contract negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, or Business Administration
Experience with international steel trading and exports
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Understanding of African steel supply chains

Key Skills

Supplier negotiation & procurement strategy
Steel market expertise
Contract and commercial decision-making
Supply chain coordination & cross-border procurement
Risk management and operational planning

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Contract
Work Location: Remote (South Africa)
Travel: Occasional supplier or mill visits may be required
Expected Hours: 8–15 hours/week
Pay: R33,000 – R40,000 per month