Purchasing Clerk

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Competitive hourly wage

Leave with pay potential

Procurement exposure

Local company environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a diligent Purchasing Clerk to join the team on a part-time basis. You will handle administrative tasks related to purchasing, process purchase orders, maintain records, and communicate with vendors to ensure smooth procurement operations.

The role requires strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and a proactive attitude to support the procurement function in a local business environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or purchasing support role.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel for data entry and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions and orders accurately.
• Maintain filing systems for purchasing documents, invoices, receipts, and vendor contracts.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery times, and basic inquiries.
• Track status of outstanding orders and follow up on deliveries.
• Update supplier information and pricing in the procurement system.
• Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team.

Skills

Administrative experience

Purchasing support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Word

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized Purchasing Clerk to join their team on a part-time basis in Paarl. This role provides essential support to the procurement department by handling administrative tasks related to purchasing. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining records, and communicating with vendors to ensure the smooth acquisition of goods and services. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong administrative skills, and is eager to contribute to the efficiency of the purchasing function within a supportive local business.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions and orders accurately.
• Maintain organized filing systems for all purchasing documents, including invoices, receipts, and vendor contracts.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, delivery times, and address basic inquiries.
• Assist in tracking the status of outstanding orders and follow up on deliveries.
• Update supplier information and pricing details in the procurement system.
• Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or purchasing support role is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel for data entry and basic record-keeping.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a structured environment.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new processes.

Benefits

• Part-time hours offering flexibility in scheduling.
• Competitive hourly wage with potential for paid leave.
• Exposure to the fundamentals of procurement and business operations.
• Opportunity to work within a friendly and established local company.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for skill development.