Purchasing Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & benefits

On-the-job training

Career progression

Friendly team

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a highly organized Purchasing Coordinator to join their operations team. You will manage day-to-day purchasing, process purchase orders, liaise with suppliers, and maintain procurement records to ensure timely and cost-effective goods and services.

The role offers hands-on experience in procurement within a growing company located in the Cape Winelands region. Candidates should have administrative or purchasing support experience, strong Excel skills, and

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative or purchasing support.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm orders, and track delivery.
• Maintain records of purchases, supplier data, and pricing agreements.
• Assist in resolving order, delivery, and invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.
• Support the procurement team with admin tasks and ad-hoc reporting.

Skills

Purchasing coordination

Administrative support

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client in the picturesque town of Paarl is seeking a highly organized and efficient Purchasing Coordinator to join their operations team. This role is crucial for managing the day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring that all necessary goods and services are acquired in a timely and cost-effective manner. You will be responsible for processing purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, and maintaining accurate procurement records. This position offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement within a growing company, contributing to its smooth operational flow in the beautiful Cape Winelands region.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm orders, and track delivery status.
• Maintain up-to-date records of purchases, supplier information, and pricing agreements.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies related to orders, deliveries, and invoices.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures.
• Support the procurement team with administrative tasks and ad-hoc reporting.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or purchasing support role is essential.
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with basic procurement processes is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression in purchasing.
• Work within a friendly and supportive team in the scenic town of Paarl.
• Contribute to the operational success of a local business.
• Stable employment with a company committed to its employees.