Junior Procurement Clerk

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training program

Health benefits

Career growth

Team in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Procurement Clerk to support the purchasing department in Vereeniging. This entry-level role offers an opportunity to start or advance a career in procurement, handling admin tasks, PO processing, and record maintenance.

The successful candidate will be organized, eager to learn, and able to support the procurement team in various operational duties within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of purchasing principles.
• Willingness to learn procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier information.
• Assist in obtaining quotations from suppliers and liaising for order follow-ups.
• Provide admin support including filing, data entry and scheduling.
• Help verify invoices against PO and delivery notes for accuracy.
• Support procurement team in resolving order-related issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Procurement Clerk to support their purchasing department in Vereeniging . This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their career in procurement. You will assist with administrative tasks, process purchase orders, maintain records, and support the procurement team in various operational duties. The successful candidate will demonstrate a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn the intricacies of the purchasing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders using the company's procurement system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases, supplier information, and contract details.
• Assist in obtaining quotations from suppliers and liaising with them for order follow-ups.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including filing, data entry, and scheduling.
• Help in verifying invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes for accuracy.
• Support the team in resolving minor discrepancies or issues related to orders and deliveries.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification; further education in a business-related field is a plus.
• Basic understanding of purchasing principles or administrative support experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop skills in the procurement field.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive training program to build procurement expertise.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth within the department.
• Supportive team environment in Vereeniging .