Junior Raw Materials Buyer | Start Your Procurement Career

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a Junior Buyer to support the procurement team. This entry-level role focuses on acquiring raw materials for production and learning under senior buyers; you will help manage purchase orders and keep supplier records up to date in a growing manufacturing business.

You will gain hands-on experience in a stable plant environment, develop skills in supplier communication, market research, and inventory support, and grow toward greater

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or admin roles preferred.
• Strong interest in supply chain and procurement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior buyers with the procurement of raw materials and components.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to suppliers.
• Track deliveries and resolve discrepancies or delays.
• Maintain supplier records, pricing, and product specs.
• Conduct basic market research to support sourcing.
• Coordinate with production and quality to meet material needs.
• Support inventory management and material availability.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.
• Process invoices and assist with payments.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in SCM/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a Junior Buyer to support the procurement team. This entry-level role focuses on acquiring raw materials for production and learning under senior buyers; you will help manage purchase orders and keep supplier records up to date in a growing manufacturing business.

You will gain hands-on experience in a stable plant environment, develop skills in supplier communication, market research, and inventory support, and grow toward greater