Purchasing Assistant

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Full-time employment

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a diligent Purchasing Assistant to support the procurement team with administrative tasks, supplier records, and order processing. This role offers exposure to sourcing activities and vendor coordination within a growing local business.

You will assist with purchase requisitions, confirm deliveries, and help prepare basic reports, while developing procurement knowledge in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in administration or logistics is advantageous.
• Previous administrative or customer service experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist purchasing officers in preparing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of suppliers, pricing, and order history.
• Coordinate with vendors to confirm delivery schedules and address basic inquiries.
• Support the process of receiving and inspecting goods, verifying against purchase orders.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence related to purchasing activities.
• Assist with data entry and the preparation of basic reports on procurement activities.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Certificate in administration or logistics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Purchasing Assistant to provide essential support to their procurement team in Queenstown . This role involves managing administrative tasks related to the purchasing process, ensuring accuracy in documentation and communication. You will be instrumental in supporting the purchasing officers with sourcing activities, order processing, and maintaining vendor records. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to gain valuable experience in procurement within a company contributing to the local economy of the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist purchasing officers in preparing purchase requisitions and generating purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of suppliers, pricing, and order history.
• Coordinate with vendors to confirm delivery schedules and address any basic inquiries.
• Support the process of receiving and inspecting goods, verifying against purchase orders.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence related to purchasing activities.
• Assist with data entry and the preparation of basic reports on procurement activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a relevant certificate in administration or logistics is advantageous.
• Previous administrative or customer service experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for an assistant role.
• Full-time employment with a reputable organization.
• Comprehensive medical aid and other benefits.
• Opportunities for learning and professional growth within the purchasing function.
• Supportive team environment in Queenstown .