Remote Procurement Administrator

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Flexible remote work

Training and professional development

Supportive virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Remote Procurement Administrator to support purchasing operations across South Africa. You will manage purchase orders, vendor records, and data accuracy in a fully remote setting, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to maintain smooth procurement workflows.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in administrative/procurement roles, strong MS Office and ERP skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities for a virtual work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a qualification in administration or supply chain is advantageous.
• At least 2 years of experience in an administrative, purchasing support, or procurement role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the ERP system.
• Maintain and update vendor master data for accuracy and completeness.
• Track order status and liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in organizing and filing procurement documents, ensuring compliance with record-keeping policies.
• Support the procurement team with ad-hoc reporting and data analysis tasks.
• Ensure timely communication and follow-up with suppliers and internal departments regarding purchasing activities.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Procurement Support

Data Accuracy

Organizational Skills

Remote Work Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Administration/Supply Chain Qualification (advantage)

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Remote Procurement Administrator to support their purchasing operations. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will be responsible for the administrative aspects of the procurement process, including managing purchase orders, maintaining vendor records, and ensuring data accuracy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone organized and detail-oriented who thrives in a virtual work environment and wants to contribute to efficient supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the company's ERP system.
• Maintain and update vendor master data, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Track order status and liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve any delivery or invoice discrepancies.
• Assist in organizing and filing procurement documents, ensuring compliance with record-keeping policies.
• Support the procurement team with ad-hoc reporting and data analysis tasks.
• Ensure timely communication and follow-up with suppliers and internal departments regarding purchasing activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a qualification in administration or supply chain is advantageous.
• At least 2 years of experience in an administrative, purchasing support, or procurement role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Flexible remote work arrangements, promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training and professional development within the procurement field.
• A supportive virtual team culture focused on efficiency and collaboration.