Procurement Clerk

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and pension contributions

Training & development

Career advancement

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a detail-oriented Procurement Clerk to support purchasing operations. You will process purchase requisitions and purchase orders, maintain records, and coordinate with suppliers to confirm details and delivery schedules.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork within a busy procurement team, offering an entry-level salary and opportunities for growth, training, and exposure to end-to-end procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administrative or purchasing support experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with procurement processes is an advantage.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain procurement records, including invoices, contracts, and supplier correspondence.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of procurement reports and analyses as required.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures in all administrative tasks.
• Support the procurement team with ad-hoc administrative duties and projects.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Job description

Our client is seeking an organized and diligent Procurement Clerk to support their purchasing operations in Richards Bay . This role is fundamental to the efficient functioning of the supply chain, focusing on the accurate processing of purchase orders, managing documentation, and liaising with suppliers. You will work closely with the procurement team to ensure that all goods and services are acquired in a timely and cost-effective manner, adhering strictly to company procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong administrative skills, and is eager to contribute to a busy procurement department.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain procurement records, including invoices, contracts, and supplier correspondence.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of procurement reports and analyses as required.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures in all administrative tasks.
• Support the procurement team with ad-hoc administrative duties and projects.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with basic procurement processes is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment in Richards Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the procurement field.
• Standard company benefits, including medical and pension contributions.
• On-the-job training and potential for career advancement.
• A collaborative and dynamic work setting.