Purchasing Officer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive annual salary

Professional growth and training

Collaborative team environment in a sc

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Officer to join our procurement team. In this hybrid role you will source goods and services, manage supplier relationships, and translate internal needs into cost-efficient purchasing strategies.

You will collaborate with multiple departments, balance remote work with in-office collaboration, and help maintain supply chain efficiency by monitoring inventory and enforcing purchasing policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing or procurement role.
• Understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain management.
• Proficiency with procurement software and standard office applications.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Maintain records of purchasing transactions and supplier agreements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments to prevent stockouts.
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Procurement

Supply Chain

Education

Business Administration qualification

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous Purchasing Officer to join their team in Cape Town . This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment where you will contribute to the procurement function by sourcing goods and services, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. You will work closely with internal departments to understand their needs and translate them into effective purchasing strategies. This position is ideal for an organized individual who can balance remote work with essential in-office collaboration, playing a vital role in maintaining supply chain efficiency for our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchasing transactions and supplier agreements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments to prevent stockouts.
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a purchasing or procurement-related role.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain management.
• Proficiency with procurement software and standard office applications.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a hybrid work setting.
• Relevant certifications or a qualification in Business Administration or a related field are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model with a mix of remote and in-office work.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Collaborative team environment in a scenic location.