Purchasing Assistant

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Training and development opportunities

Positive and collaborative environment

Stable and growing industry

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement team in Upington. The role involves processing purchase orders, maintaining procurement records, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate is organized with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude to support procurement in a dynamic environment. A certificate in procurement or administration is a plus, along with 1–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in admin, clerical, or purchasing support.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel/Word).
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and processing purchase orders and requisitions.
• Maintain organized procurement filing systems and supplier data.
• Communicate with suppliers on order status and inquiries.
• Support data entry for inventory and spend analysis.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely receipts.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate in Procurement/Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support their procurement team in Upington. This role is fundamental to the efficient operation of the purchasing department, assisting with the day-to-day administrative tasks required to acquire goods and services. You will be involved in processing purchase orders, managing supplier correspondence, and maintaining procurement records. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses strong communication skills, and has a proactive approach to supporting the purchasing function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in procurement within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and processing of purchase orders and requisitions.
• Maintain organized filing systems for procurement documents, contracts, and supplier information.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on order status, deliveries, and address any inquiries.
• Support the procurement team with data entry for inventory and spend analysis.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
• Liaise with the accounts payable department to facilitate payment processing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in procurement or administration is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in an administrative, clerical, or purchasing support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a stable and growing industry.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance procurement skills.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.