Junior Purchasing Clerk

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Provident fund

Annual performance-based increases

Supportive office environment in Centu

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Purchasing Clerk for our Centurion procurement team. This entry-level role supports administrative tasks, order processing, and vendor communication in a busy office environment.

You will develop purchasing skills, work with senior staff, and contribute to timely deliveries while gaining exposure to procurement processes and data entry tasks. Training and mentorship are provided in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in purchasing or supply chain is a plus.
• 0-2 years of experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the company's system.
• Assist in communicating with suppliers regarding order status, deliveries, and inquiries.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all purchasing documents and records.
• Support senior staff with data entry and basic analysis related to procurement activities.
• Coordinate with the receiving department to ensure timely and accurate receipt of goods.
• Help in managing and updating supplier information databases.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Purchasing certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Purchasing Clerk to join their procurement team based in Centurion . This entry-level position is perfect for someone looking to start their career in purchasing and supply chain management. You will support the procurement department with administrative tasks, order processing, and vendor communication. The role requires strong organizational skills and a willingness to learn, contributing to the smooth operation of the department in a physical office environment .

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the company's system.
• Assist in communicating with suppliers regarding order status, deliveries, and inquiries.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all purchasing documents and records.
• Support senior staff with data entry and basic analysis related to procurement activities.
• Coordinate with the receiving department to ensure timely and accurate receipt of goods.
• Help in managing and updating supplier information databases.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in purchasing or supply chain is a plus.
• 0-2 years of experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities for effective team and vendor interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Annual performance-based increases.
• A supportive and collaborative office environment in Centurion .