Purchasing Administrator

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Flexible schedule

Skill development opportunities

Remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Purchasing Administrator to streamline procurement processes in a remote setting. You will process purchase requisitions, generate purchase orders, and maintain accurate vendor records to ensure policy compliance.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, proficiency with Excel and Word, and clear written and verbal communication for remote collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, procurement, or purchasing roles.
• Familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using procurement systems.
• Maintain and update vendor databases with contact information, pricing, and performance metrics.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, track shipments, and resolve delivery issues.
• Prepare procurement reports and analyze purchasing data.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Administrative experience

Procurement experience

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP software/Procurement systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized Purchasing Administrator to manage and streamline their procurement processes in a remote setting. This role is crucial for the efficient processing of purchase orders, maintaining accurate vendor records, and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies. You will act as a key point of contact for suppliers and internal departments, facilitating smooth communication and operations. This remote position offers the flexibility to work from any location, supporting a growing business with essential administrative and operational functions in the purchasing domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using procurement systems.
• Maintain and update vendor databases, including contact information, pricing, and performance metrics.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, track shipments, and resolve delivery issues.
• Assist in preparing procurement reports and analyzing purchasing data.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative, procurement, or purchasing role.
• Familiarity with procurement software or ERP systems is advantageous.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote role.
• Flexible working schedule and location independence.
• Opportunities to develop administrative and procurement skills.
• Contribution to a vital operational function within the company.
• Supportive virtual team environment fostering effective remote work practices.