Procurement Clerk - General Supplies

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Comprehensive health and wellness

Retirement savings plan with company匹配

Paid time off and public holidays

Training and mentorship from pros

Modern remote work tools and tech

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Procurement Clerk to support general supplies purchasing in a fully remote role. You will process purchase orders, maintain records, coordinate with suppliers, and assist the purchasing team with administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate has strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving attitude. This entry-level position offers remote work with a supportive team and opportunities to gain procurement experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience in administrative or procurement support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with basic procurement procedures and terminology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Good written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Experience with general supplies procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders for general supplies.
• Maintain procurement records and filing systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, schedules, and resolve queries.
• Assist in obtaining quotes from potential suppliers for various goods and services.
• Track order and delivery status; inform stakeholders of delays.
• Support purchasing team with data entry and administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Maintain an updated list of approved suppliers and contact details.
• Process invoices for payment with accurate documentation.
• Contribute to inventory control by reporting stock levels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Remote work capability

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic regional business conglomerate, is seeking an organized and efficient Procurement Clerk to support its general supplies purchasing function. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the smooth operation of the company's procurement processes. The Procurement Clerk will be responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, coordinating with suppliers, and assisting the purchasing team with various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have excellent administrative skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in procurement, working remotely with a supportive team environment. You will gain valuable experience in managing different types of general supplies required across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders for general supplies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and filing systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery schedules, and resolve minor queries.
• Assist in obtaining quotes from potential suppliers for various goods and services.
• Track the status of orders and deliveries, informing relevant stakeholders of any delays.
• Support the purchasing team with data entry and administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining an updated list of approved suppliers and their contact details.
• Process invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Contribute to inventory control by reporting on stock levels as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or procurement support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with basic procurement procedures and terminology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for effective remote interaction.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently in a remote setting.
• Proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Experience with general supplies procurement is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to gain comprehensive procurement experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and public holidays.
• Training and mentorship from experienced procurement professionals.
• Access to modern remote work technology and tools.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the purchasing department.