Junior Buyer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Structured training program

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Buyer to join the procurement team in Vereeniging. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, supporting operations across Gauteng.

You will assist with order processing, supplier communication, and data management to help acquire goods and services efficiently. The ideal candidate has emerging interest in purchasing, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Some prior experience or strong interest in purchasing, supply chain, or administration.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes is a plus.
• Good organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery dates, and resolve minor issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of procurement activities and supplier information.
• Support senior buyers with market research and supplier sourcing activities.
• Help manage inventory levels and track the status of orders.

Skills

Procurement basics

Vendor communication

Data management

Organization

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to join their procurement team in Vereeniging . This role provides an excellent foundation for an individual keen to develop a career in purchasing and supply chain management. You will support the procurement department by assisting with order processing, vendor communication, and data management, contributing to the efficient acquisition of goods and services. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and the flexibility to work remotely, supporting operations within the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery dates, and resolve minor issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of procurement activities and supplier information.
• Support senior buyers with market research and supplier sourcing activities.
• Help manage inventory levels and track the status of orders.

Requirements

• Some prior experience or a strong interest in purchasing, supply chain, or administration.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes is a plus.
• Good organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong desire to learn and grow within the procurement field.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for increases based on performance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Structured training program to build procurement expertise.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Mentorship from experienced procurement professionals in Vereeniging.