Procurement Assistant — Port Elizabeth (Entry-Level)

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Mentorship

Training opportunities

Stable role in Port Elizabeth

Access to benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting an established automotive parts supplier in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa, in filling a Junior Purchasing Officer role. This entry-level position offers exposure to procurement processes, supplier communication, order processing, and records management within a supportive team.

The role requires a related diploma and SA work eligibility; it is an in-office, full-time position.

Qualifications

• A recent diploma in SCM, Business Admin, or related field.
• Internship or entry-level experience in purchasing or administration is a plus.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and processing of purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, dates, and pricing.
• Track orders and follow up on deliveries.
• Maintain purchasing records and databases.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and data gathering.
• Conduct basic market research on pricing and availability.
• Support the team with administrative tasks and projects.
• Ensure adherence to purchasing policies and procedures.
• Contribute to maintaining positive supplier relationships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is assisting an established automotive parts supplier in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa, in filling a Junior Purchasing Officer role. This entry-level position offers exposure to procurement processes, supplier communication, order processing, and records management within a supportive team.

The role requires a related diploma and SA work eligibility; it is an in-office, full-time position.