Procurement Clerk — Agriculture Purchasing & Admin

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, SA, is seeking aPurchasing Clerk to support operations with purchase orders, supplier communications, and record-keeping. The role focuses on ensuring timely, accurate procurement to sustain farming and processing activities.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years in purchasing or clerical roles, strong organizational and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. This position offers growth in procurement and supply chain exposure.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate or equivalent qualification.
• A certificate in Administration or Supply Chain is advantageous.
• 1–2 years of purchasing, administrative, or clerical experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with basic procurement processes and terminology.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions and orders.
• Source and obtain quotations from approved suppliers.
• Place orders and confirm delivery dates and terms.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, invoices, and receipts.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding status, deliveries, and discrepancies.
• Assist in managing inventory levels and stock availability.
• Liaise with internal departments to understand purchasing needs.
• Adhere to purchasing policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities and expenditure.
• Resolve basic order, delivery, and payment queries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork and independence

Education

Matric certificate

Administration or Supply Chain certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, SA, is seeking aPurchasing Clerk to support operations with purchase orders, supplier communications, and record-keeping. The role focuses on ensuring timely, accurate procurement to sustain farming and processing activities.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years in purchasing or clerical roles, strong organizational and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. This position offers growth in procurement and supply chain exposure.