Purchasing Administrator

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Supportive work environment

Facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Administrator to join the procurement team. You will manage purchase orders, maintain supplier records, and support buyers and managers to ensure smooth workflow and accuracy across procurement processes.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. A stable environment with training opportunities and benefits is offered in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, preferably within purchasing or finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data management.
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy and detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Good communication skills for interacting with internal departments and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders in the company's system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier databases and contact information.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and potential issues.
• Assist in reconciling invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including filing and data entry.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Administrator to join their procurement team in Vereeniging . This role is fundamental to the day-to-day operations of the purchasing department, ensuring all administrative tasks are handled efficiently and accurately. You will be responsible for managing purchase orders, maintaining supplier records, and providing essential support to the buyers and procurement managers. The position requires a high level of organization and attention to detail to ensure the smooth flow of goods and services into the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders in the company's system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier databases and contact information.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and potential issues.
• Assist in reconciling invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team, including filing and data entry.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a purchasing or finance department.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data management.
• Excellent organizational skills and a strong focus on accuracy and detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Good communication skills for interacting with both internal departments and external suppliers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits offered.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development in procurement.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Vereeniging .
• Access to company facilities and resources.