Junior Procurement Officer - Remote

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Full remote work arrangement

Medical and dental benefits

Mentorship and career growth

Inclusive remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a junior Procurement Officer to join their fully remote team, ideally located near Centurion, Gauteng. This entry-level role supports senior staff with daily purchasing tasks, supplier interactions, and data management, offering hands-on experience in the procurement cycle within a supportive remote-first environment.

You will assist in sourcing, create purchase orders, maintain records, and help with contract administration while developing professional skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1–2 years of purchasing or administrative experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and terminology.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotations for goods and services.
• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately.
• Maintain procurement records and update vendor databases.
• Support contract administration and ensure policy compliance.
• Liaise with internal departments and suppliers to resolve queries.
• Conduct basic market research to identify new suppliers and cost savings.

Skills

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Procurement Officer to join their fully remote team, supporting operations ideally located near Centurion, Gauteng. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to build a career in procurement, assisting senior staff with daily purchasing tasks, vendor interactions, and data management. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of the procurement cycle within a supportive, remote-first work environment, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotations for goods and services.
• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately.
• Maintain procurement records and update vendor databases.
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with established procurement policies.
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve procurement-related queries.
• Conduct basic market research to identify potential new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Previous internship or 1-2 years of experience in a purchasing or administrative role is advantageous.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and terminology.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for salary increases based on performance.
• Full remote work arrangement, providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Extensive training and mentorship program for career growth in Centurion and beyond.
• A positive and inclusive remote work culture.