Entry-Level Procurement Clerk – On-the-Job Training & Growth

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Provident fund

Annual performance-based increases

Supportive office environment in Centu

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Purchasing Clerk for our Centurion procurement team. This entry-level role supports administrative tasks, order processing, and vendor communication in a busy office environment.

You will develop purchasing skills, work with senior staff, and contribute to timely deliveries while gaining exposure to procurement processes and data entry tasks. Training and mentorship are provided in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in purchasing or supply chain is a plus.
• 0-2 years of experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the company's system.
• Assist in communicating with suppliers regarding order status, deliveries, and inquiries.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all purchasing documents and records.
• Support senior staff with data entry and basic analysis related to procurement activities.
• Coordinate with the receiving department to ensure timely and accurate receipt of goods.
• Help in managing and updating supplier information databases.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Purchasing certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Purchasing Clerk for our Centurion procurement team. This entry-level role supports administrative tasks, order processing, and vendor communication in a busy office environment.

You will develop purchasing skills, work with senior staff, and contribute to timely deliveries while gaining exposure to procurement processes and data entry tasks. Training and mentorship are provided in a collaborative setting.