Hybrid Purchasing Specialist – Materials & Suppliers

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Staff discounts

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement of raw materials, components and services. You will identify qualified suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely deliveries to meet production schedules.

The role collaborates with engineering and production teams within a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in purchasing or procurement.
• Solid understanding of the procurement process from requisition to payment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily purchasing activities including order placement and tracking.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of POs, invoices, and supplier data.
• Collaborate with inventory management to optimize stock levels.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP proficiency

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Supply Chain qualification

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement of raw materials, components and services. You will identify qualified suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely deliveries to meet production schedules.

The role collaborates with engineering and production teams within a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP and MS Office.