Purchasing Clerk

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Clerk for a hybrid role in East London. You will support procurement by processing purchase orders, maintaining records, and liaising with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.

This entry-level position offers training, a collaborative environment, and exposure to the purchasing process within a growing supply chain function. Strong Excel skills and good communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience in administrative or purchasing support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in the system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all purchasing transactions and supplier information.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and pricing.
• Track the status of purchase orders and follow up on outstanding deliveries.
• Assist with inventory management and stock level monitoring as required.
• Respond to inquiries from internal departments regarding purchase orders and product availability.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Purchasing Clerk to join their team in East London . This hybrid role supports the procurement department by managing essential administrative tasks and ensuring the smooth execution of purchasing processes. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and communicating with suppliers and internal departments. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the purchasing field, develop strong organizational skills, and contribute to the efficiency of the supply chain function within a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in the system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all purchasing transactions and supplier information.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery schedules, and pricing.
• Track the status of purchase orders and follow up on outstanding deliveries.
• Assist with inventory management and stock level monitoring as required.
• Respond to inquiries from internal departments regarding purchase orders and product availability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• 0-2 years of experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Basic understanding of procurement principles is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular reviews.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote flexibility and office-based tasks in East London .
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• On-the-job training and opportunities to learn about the purchasing process.
• A positive and supportive team atmosphere.