Procurement Coordinator

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Professional development

Provident fund

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Procurement Coordinator to join our remote team supporting Upington-based activities. You will process purchase orders, maintain supplier records, and coordinate with departments to ensure timely procurement of goods and services.

This role offers a flexible remote setup, ample opportunities for professional growth in procurement, and a collaborative virtual team environment including provident fund benefits and generous leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certificate preferred.
• 1–3 years in procurement, purchasing, or admin support.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good remote-team communication.
• Familiarity with procurement software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized procurement records, including contracts, invoices, and vendor information.
• Assist in tracking the status of orders and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures in all tasks.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including preparing reports and communications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Remote teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Certificate in Supply Chain Management or Administration

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organised and proactive Procurement Coordinator to join their remote team, supporting operations related to their Upington based activities. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth execution of procurement tasks, including processing purchase orders, managing documentation, and coordinating with suppliers. You will work closely with various departments to facilitate the timely acquisition of necessary goods and services. This position is ideal for an individual detail-oriented individual seeking to advance their career in procurement within a flexible, remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain organized procurement records, including contracts, invoices, and vendor information.
• Assist in tracking the status of orders and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures in all tasks.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including preparing reports and communications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in Supply Chain Management or Administration is preferred.
• Previous experience (1-3 years) in a procurement, purchasing, or administrative support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
• Familiarity with procurement software is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• Flexible remote working arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in procurement best practices.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.