Dynamic Hospitality Procurement Assistant

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Staff discounts

Supportive environment

Procurement exposure

Career advancement

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Assistant to support the procurement team in acquiring goods and services for hotel operations. The role handling admin duties, PO processing, supplier liaison, and record-keeping offers hands-on experience in hospitality procurement.

Ideal candidates have strong admin skills, familiarity with procurement basics, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in administration or supply chain is a plus.
• Previous administrative experience, ideally in purchasing or hospitality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and terminology.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions accurately.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment in Sandton.
• Team player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Maintain up-to-date purchasing records, including vendor details, pricing agreements, and order histories.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve basic inquiries.
• Assist in sourcing for new suppliers and obtaining competitive quotes as directed by the Purchasing Manager.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes for accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels of specific supplies and inform the purchasing manager of reorder needs.
• Follow established departmental procedures for all purchasing activities.
• Assist in preparing reports on purchasing data, spending, and supplier performance.
• Liaise with hotel departments to understand their needs and ensure timely fulfillment of requests.
• Ensure all purchasing documentation is filed correctly for easy retrieval.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Independent worker

Proactive attitude

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Assistant to support the procurement team in acquiring goods and services for hotel operations. The role handling admin duties, PO processing, supplier liaison, and record-keeping offers hands-on experience in hospitality procurement.

Ideal candidates have strong admin skills, familiarity with procurement basics, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.