Hybrid Purchasing Specialist for Procurement Growth

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our client's procurement team. You will handle supplier interactions, process purchase orders, and contribute to cost-effective purchasing strategies in a busy Gauteng environment.

The role rewards organized, detail-oriented candidates with strong MS Office skills and good communication. A hybrid work setup, competitive salary, medical aid, and training opportunities are offered to support your growth in procurement.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement or admin is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures.
• Source suppliers, request quotations, and negotiate prices to achieve best value for the company.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and resolve any delivery or quality issues promptly.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
• Assist in managing inventory levels and coordinating with relevant departments to forecast needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier databases.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

MS Office

Vendor communication

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our client's procurement team. You will handle supplier interactions, process purchase orders, and contribute to cost-effective purchasing strategies in a busy Gauteng environment.

The role rewards organized, detail-oriented candidates with strong MS Office skills and good communication. A hybrid work setup, competitive salary, medical aid, and training opportunities are offered to support your growth in procurement.