Purchasing Assistant

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid and pension

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a detail‑oriented Purchasing Assistant to join the client’s procurement team. You will support order processing, liaise with suppliers, and maintain accurate procurement records.

This entry‑level role offers exposure to vendor communications, documentation filing, and basic issue resolution, with opportunities to grow within a supportive team and a stable office environment in Kimberley.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative or assistant role, preferably in purchasing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently in a busy office environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt within the procurement field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to request quotes, confirm order details, and track delivery status.
• Maintain and update the supplier database with accurate contact and performance information.
• Ensure all purchasing documents are correctly filed and organized for easy retrieval.
• Help resolve basic discrepancies related to orders, deliveries, or invoices.
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement manager and team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Assistant to join their procurement department in Kimberley . This role provides essential support to the purchasing team, ensuring the efficient processing of orders, vendor communication, and maintaining accurate procurement records. You will be responsible for handling daily purchasing tasks, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring that the company acquires necessary goods and services in a timely and cost-effective manner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in procurement or seeking to enhance their administrative skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to request quotes, confirm order details, and track delivery status.
• Maintain and update the supplier database with accurate contact and performance information.
• Ensure all purchasing documents are correctly filed and organized for easy retrieval.
• Help resolve basic discrepancies related to orders, deliveries, or invoices.
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement manager and team.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or assistant role, preferably in purchasing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite , particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently in a busy office environment.
• A willingness to learn and adapt within the procurement field.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and pension.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in procurement within a supportive team environment in Kimberley .
• Potential for growth and advancement within the company.
• A stable and professional work setting.