Construction Materials Procurement Specialist

Status Staffing; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 179,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Status Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to support the construction sector in South Africa. You will manage purchase orders, source materials, and coordinate supplier quotations to support project delivery.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in procurement, solid Excel skills and the ability to work independently and with teams, ensuring on-time deliveries and cost control.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• 2–3 years’ relevant experience in buying, procurement, or ordering administration.
• Experience in property development, construction, or related industries is essential.
• Practical knowledge of building materials, hardware, and supplies.
• Experience obtaining quotations, processing purchase orders, and follow-ups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process and manage purchase orders for materials and supplies.
• Source materials from approved suppliers per specifications.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations for competitive pricing and availability.
• Follow up on quotations, purchase orders and backorders.
• Ensure orders are accurate, authorized and timely.
• Monitor price changes and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Liaise with project managers and site teams to establish requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Organizational skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

ERP system

Job description

Status Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to support the construction sector in South Africa. You will manage purchase orders, source materials, and coordinate supplier quotations to support project delivery.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in procurement, solid Excel skills and the ability to work independently and with teams, ensuring on-time deliveries and cost control.