Procurement Administrator

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health contribution

Career progression potential

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Procurement Administrator to support the purchasing department in Queenstown. The role involves processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, and liaising with suppliers and internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of administrative or purchasing support experience, strong Excel skills, and excellent organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in the relevant system.
• Maintain accurate procurement files including supplier contracts and invoices.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on orders, deliveries, and discrepancies.
• Assist with procurement reports and data analysis.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a diligent and organized Procurement Administrator to support their purchasing department in Queenstown . This role is essential for the smooth functioning of procurement operations, involving the processing of purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, and liaising with suppliers and internal departments. You will ensure accuracy and efficiency in all administrative tasks related to acquiring goods and services. This position is ideal for an individual with strong organizational abilities and a keen eye for detail, looking to contribute to the operational efficiency of a growing business in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in the relevant system.
• Maintain accurate and organized procurement files, including supplier contracts and invoices.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on orders, deliveries, and resolve minor discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of procurement reports and data analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• 1-2 years of experience in an administrative, data entry, or purchasing support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Standard employee benefits including health contribution.
• Opportunity to gain experience in procurement and supply chain.
• Supportive team environment within a growing organization in Queenstown .
• Potential for career progression within the company.