Procurement Clerk

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

On-the-job training

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized and diligent Procurement Clerk in Soweto to join the purchasing team. This entry-level role handles purchase orders, supplier documentation, and records while supporting procurement officers in various tasks.

You will gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment with on-the-job training and room for growth within procurement operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in an administrative or data entry role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of purchasing or procurement processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling information.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders accurately in the system.
• Receive, review, and file supplier invoices and delivery confirmations.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems for all procurement-related documents.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery status, and resolve basic inquiries.
• Assist procurement officers with sourcing activities, data entry, and report generation.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely receipt and verification of goods and services.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and diligent Procurement Clerk to join their purchasing team in Soweto . This entry-level role is fundamental to the efficient functioning of the procurement department, involving essential administrative and transactional duties. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, managing supplier documentation, maintaining accurate records, and assisting procurement officers with various tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in purchasing to gain hands‑on experience in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders accurately in the system.
• Receive, review, and file supplier invoices and delivery confirmations.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems for all procurement-related documents.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery status, and resolve basic inquiries.
• Assist procurement officers with sourcing activities, data entry, and report generation.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely receipt and verification of goods and services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an administrative or data entry role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of purchasing or procurement processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling information.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.
• On-the-job training and exposure to procurement operations.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• A supportive work environment focused on developing foundational skills in procurement.