Hybrid Purchasing Assistant — Entry-Level Procurement

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 123,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Pension contributions

Annual leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement team in a hybrid role. You will handle requisitions, purchasing records, and supplier coordination, gaining practical experience in a growing operation.

This entry-level position values initiative, attention to detail, and good communication. You will work with Excel and Word, balance remote tasks with in-office collaboration, and contribute to tender preparations and supplier evaluations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; certificate in administration a plus.
• Experience in an administrative or clerical role preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and data entry.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details and track deliveries.
• Help prepare documents for tenders and supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to meet purchasing needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Administrative certificate

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement team in a hybrid role. You will handle requisitions, purchasing records, and supplier coordination, gaining practical experience in a growing operation.

This entry-level position values initiative, attention to detail, and good communication. You will work with Excel and Word, balance remote tasks with in-office collaboration, and contribute to tender preparations and supplier evaluations.