Purchasing Clerk

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Regular pay reviews

Exposure to procurement process

Friendly Paarl location

Medical aid

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Clerk to support the procurement team in Paarl. The role involves processing orders, maintaining supplier records, and liaising with vendors to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, prior admin or clerical experience in purchasing or inventory, and strong Excel/Word skills. Join a collaborative team in a friendly office environment and contribute to efficient procurement operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience, preferably in purchasing or inventory.
• Basic understanding of purchasing procedures and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date records of suppliers, pricing, and delivery information.
• Assist in obtaining quotes from various suppliers for materials and services.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve order discrepancies or delivery issues.
• File and organize all procurement-related documentation for easy retrieval.
• Support the purchasing team with general administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and diligent Purchasing Clerk to support their procurement department in Paarl . This role is crucial for the smooth operation of the purchasing process, involving the accurate processing of orders, maintaining records, and liaising with suppliers. You will work closely with the purchasing team to ensure all administrative tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses good communication skills, and is eager to contribute to the success of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date records of suppliers, pricing, and delivery information.
• Assist in obtaining quotes from various suppliers for materials and services.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve order discrepancies or delivery issues.
• File and organize all procurement-related documentation for easy retrieval.
• Support the purchasing team with general administrative tasks as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role, preferably in purchasing or inventory.
• Basic understanding of purchasing procedures and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and regular pay reviews.
• Exposure to various aspects of the procurement process.
• Friendly work environment located in Paarl.
• Standard employee benefits package including medical aid.
• Opportunities for learning and skill development within the purchasing field.