Procurement Officer / Buyer (with Administrative Support)

Oxyon People Solutions; Walkerville; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 446,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Oxyon People Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Officer / Buyer in Gauteng, South Africa. This role involves managing purchasing activities in a dynamic construction environment, sourcing materials, and maintaining supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, procurement experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain in a construction environment.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities and provide administrative support.
• Source and negotiate raw materials and equipment.
• Maintain supplier database and documentation.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Relationship management

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Certificate in Procurement

Tools

Pastel

BuildSmart

Job description

Overview

We are a dynamic and growing construction company specialising in high-quality woodwork and bespoke joinery solutions. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Officer / Buyer to manage purchasing activities while providing essential administrative support to the operations team.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, can manage supplier relationships, and ensure efficient procurement processes while assisting with day-to-day office coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Buying

• Source, negotiate and purchase raw materials, timber, hardware, consumables, and equipment in line with project requirements and budget constraints.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate timely replenishment to prevent project delays.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any supply issues.
• Maintain and update the supplier database with pricing, delivery schedules, and performance metrics.
• Compare product specifications and evaluate suppliers for quality and reliability.
• Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.

Administrative Duties

• Assist with preparing job cost estimates, procurement schedules, and supplier quotes for project tenders.
• Track deliveries and manage documentation (delivery notes, invoices, PODs).
• Maintain procurement and inventory records (physical and digital).
• Support site teams and the workshop with material requests and procurement updates.
• Coordinate logistics, arrange collections/deliveries, and ensure all required paperwork is filed.
• Assist with general office tasks such as filing, printing, minute-taking, and basic correspondence.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain in a construction or manufacturing environment (woodwork experience is a plus).
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); knowledge of Pastel, BuildSmart or similar systems is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license (for supplier/site visits if required).
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience in the carpentry, woodworking, or construction industries.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for growth within a hands-on, skilled team
• Supportive work environment that values initiative and accountability