Procurement Coordinator

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator for its East London operations in the Eastern Cape. The role combines office presence with remote work, focusing on purchase orders, supplier coordination, and maintaining procurement records to ensure cost-effective purchasing in line with company standards.

You will collaborate with internal teams and suppliers, monitor stock levels, and assist with supplier performance and reporting while ensuring compliance and process

Qualifications

• Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years in procurement coordination, purchasing, or admin role.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ERP or procurement software.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate processing of purchase requisitions and creation of purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather quotes, confirm orders, and track delivery schedules.
• Maintain procurement documentation including contracts, invoices, receipts.
• Liaise with internal departments to clarify requirements and resolve queries.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder points with relevant teams.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and adherence to terms.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical guidelines.
• Support senior staff with data collection for analysis and reporting.
• Manage procurement filing system for efficient retrieval.
• Identify process improvements within procurement workflow.

Skills

MS Office

ERP software

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Education

Supply Chain/Business Admin qualification

Tools

ERP/Procurement software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Procurement Coordinator for their operations in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. This role operates on a hybrid schedule, balancing essential office presence with remote work flexibility. The Procurement Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting the procurement department by managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, maintaining procurement records, and ensuring the smooth execution of purchasing processes. You will be responsible for ensuring that goods and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company standards. This position requires strong administrative capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate timely procurement and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the processing of purchase requisitions and the creation of purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather quotes, confirm orders, and track delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate and organized procurement documentation, including contracts, invoices, and receipts.
• Liaise with internal departments to clarify requirements and resolve procurement-related queries.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder points in coordination with relevant teams.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and adherence to contractual terms.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.
• Support senior procurement staff with data collection for analysis and reporting.
• Manage the procurement filing system and ensure efficient information retrieval.
• Contribute to the identification of process improvements within the procurement workflow.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a procurement coordination, purchasing, or administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with ERP or procurement software.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and office duties.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion.
• Understanding of procurement principles and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and external partners.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A dynamic hybrid work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the procurement function.