Remote Procurement Coordinator – Grow in Supply Chain

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Training and development opportunities

Career progression within purchasing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a well-organized Procurement Coordinator to support purchasing operations remotely. The role involves processing purchase orders, maintaining records, coordinating with suppliers, and assisting buyers with daily activities from home across Gauteng and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have solid administrative abilities, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; admin or supply chain study is advantageous.
• Experience in administrative, clerical, or purchasing support roles is preferred.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and terminology.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills required.
• Meticulous data entry and record-keeping with accuracy.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately.
• Maintain organized procurement records and documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, and status updates.
• Liaise with internal departments to clarify requirements and provide order information.
• Assist buyers with sourcing activities, including quotations and supplier details.
• Track orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Handle basic supplier inquiries and resolve minor issues.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing procurement reports and performance tracking.
• Support the procurement team with ad-hoc administrative tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

Procurement knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Course/certificate in Administration/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a well-organized Procurement Coordinator to support purchasing operations remotely. The role involves processing purchase orders, maintaining records, coordinating with suppliers, and assisting buyers with daily activities from home across Gauteng and beyond.

The ideal candidate will have solid administrative abilities, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of procurement processes.