Purchasing Clerk

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pro-rata salary

Flexible part-time hours

Experience in purchasing

Retirement savings plan

Supportive work environment in Polokew

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a reliable Purchasing Clerk for a part-time role to support daily purchasing operations. You will process purchase orders, maintain records, and liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, prior administrative or clerical experience (preferably in purchasing), and strong Excel/Word skills. This position offers flexible hours and a pro-rata salary, with opportunities to gain procurement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role, preferably in purchasing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a part-time capacity.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date purchasing records and filing systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery times, and pricing.
• Assist in tracking incoming shipments and resolving any discrepancies.
• Support the purchasing team with general administrative tasks.
• Ensure adherence to company purchasing policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Excel and Word

Part-time capacity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a reliable and organized Purchasing Clerk to join their team on a part-time basis in Polokwane. This role is vital for supporting the daily administrative functions of the purchasing department. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with suppliers and internal departments. This position offers a great opportunity for someone seeking flexible working hours while gaining experience in the field of procurement. The successful candidate will be diligent, detail-oriented, and committed to ensuring the smooth operation of purchasing activities within Polokwane.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date purchasing records and filing systems.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery times, and pricing.
• Assist in tracking incoming shipments and resolving any discrepancies.
• Support the purchasing team with general administrative tasks.
• Ensure adherence to company purchasing policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role, preferably in purchasing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a part-time capacity.

Benefits

• Competitive pro-rata annual salary.
• Part-time flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in purchasing.
• Contribution to a retirement savings plan.
• A friendly and supportive work environment in Polokwane.