Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Position: Procurement Manager (Remote)Sourcing Location:open to candidates from SA, PH, and LatAmWork Schedule: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Eastern Time, M-FSalary: Market RelatedAbout The Company of New EnglandWe are the fastest-growing fence franchise in the United States, delivering first-class service and high-quality fence installations across New England. As a franchise driven by operational excellence and local leadership, we’re looking to hire a Procurement Supervisor to streamline purchasing, optimize vendor performance, and ensure timely material availability for our residential and commercial fencing projects.

Position SummaryThe Procurement Supervisor will oversee all purchasing functions for fencing materials, hardware, and supplies across multiple crews and territories. This includes demand forecasting, vendor negotiation, inventory control, material scheduling, and cost containment. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our job sites are fully prepared with the right materials—on time and at the right cost—while supporting our vision for operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management-Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers for vinyl, wood, aluminum, and chain link fencing materials- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery terms to optimize cost and service- Identify alternate sources of supply for critical items and proactively mitigate risk of stockouts or delays

Purchasing & Order Management- Create and manage purchase orders based on production schedule and backlog reports- Monitor material usage and adjust reordering to align with project pipeline- Coordinate directly with the install and scheduling teams to align deliveries with job start dates

Inventory Control & Logistics- Manage inventory levels across yard, warehouse, and trucks using SOS Inventory- Implement FIFO practices and flag aged or slow-moving inventory- Oversee receipt, inspection, and staging of inbound materials; ensure delivery accuracy

Cost Management & Reporting-Track material costs and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality- Collaborate with Sales and Estimating to ensure BOM alignment and pricing accuracy- Provide weekly reporting on procurement KPIs, including cost variances, lead times, and fill rates

Qualifications:- 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in a construction or fencing industry- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills- Familiarity with inventory systems (e.g., SOS Inventory or similar ERP)- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google SheetsPreferred Qualifications:- Experience sourcing fencing materials or working in fence/landscape/hardscape supply- Familiarity with job costing and construction billing cycles- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and material takeoffs

Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 1644 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →

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