Purchasing Associate

Tech-Keys; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT company in Pretoria is seeking two Purchasing Associates to manage hardware and software orders, maintain client relations, and ensure timely deliveries. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a background in IT. This role involves collaborating with various teams to enhance our service delivery. Applicants should be self-motivated and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Detail-oriented and able to catch the little things that matter.
• Strong communication skills — whether on the phone or over email.

Responsibilities

• Handle hardware and software orders for both our team and our clients.
• Source and order the specific hardware client's request.
• Stay in regular contact with clients to make sure we’re recommending the right products.
• Work with vendors to get the best possible pricing and product options.
• Coordinate shipping and delivery to make sure orders arrive on time and in good condition.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Experience in IT

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Tech-Keys is a full-service IT Company providing IT solutions to businesses for over a decade. Our mission has and always been to give our clients the sense of security they need to entrust us with their business' technology needs and we are proud to say that in ten years of business we have never let a client down. It is who we are, and what we believe has been a driving force behind our incredible growth.

Tech-Keys believes very strongly in Culture and Core Values. This Company has only been able to grow and continue growing by ensuring that every individual on the team exemplifies each of the following Core Values :

1. CARE

2. BE PROUD

3. AIM HIGHER

4. FUN & BALANCED

5. SPEAK UP

Tech-Keys is looking for TWO new Purchasing Associates to join our team! Employees in this role will have the opportunity to collaborate across all teams in the company to build out our continued success!

Expected Outcomes :

A bit about the role :

• Handle hardware and software orders for both our team and our clients.
• Source and order the specific hardware client’s request.
• Stay in regular contact with clients to make sure we’re recommending the right products.
• Put together clear, detailed proposals for clients to review.
• Work with vendors to get the best possible pricing and product options.
• Coordinate shipping and delivery to make sure orders arrive on time and in good condition.
• Double-check deliveries to confirm everything matches what was ordered.
• Make sure purchased items get to the right departments and follow up on any pending or delayed orders.
• Write and send a variety of communications, including emails and client updates.
• Take ownership of your work and care about delivering quality results.
• Follow all company policies and best practices, including accurate time tracking.
• Someone who enjoys working directly with clients and being part of the customer-facing side of tech.
• An interest or background in IT — any experience here is a big plus.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Detail-oriented and able to catch the little things that matter.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills — whether on the phone or over email
• Able to juggle multiple tasks and take initiative when needed.
• Reliable, hardworking, and committed to doing great work.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with others.
• Open to taking on new or unexpected tasks as they come up.
• Able to take direction, learn quickly, and work independently when needed.