Remote Purchasing Administrator

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Career growth

Medical benefits

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous, highly organized Remote Purchasing Administrator to manage administrative procurement tasks across South Africa. You will handle orders, documentation, and supplier liaison, ensuring accurate records and timely delivery in a fully remote setup.

The role requires proven experience in purchasing/procurement support, excellent organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and purchasing software. Remote work is supported nationwide.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing administration, procurement support or similar role.
• Excellent organizational and time management with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in purchasing software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the procurement system.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing transactions and supplier information.
• Track status of purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm details, resolve queries and discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal departments to provide updates on order status.
• Assist with preparation of procurement reports and documentation.

Skills

Purchasing administration

Organizational skills

Excel

Communication skills

Remote work

Tools

MS Office Suite

Purchasing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Remote Purchasing Administrator to manage administrative aspects of the procurement process from anywhere in South Africa . This role focuses on ensuring the smooth operation of purchasing activities, including processing orders, managing documentation, and liaising with suppliers and internal departments. You will be essential in maintaining accurate records, tracking orders, and resolving administrative issues related to purchases. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, possesses strong communication skills, and is comfortable working autonomously in a fully remote setting, ensuring efficient procurement administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders using the company's procurement system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all purchasing transactions and supplier information.
• Track the status of purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, resolve queries, and address any discrepancies.
• Liaise with internal departments to provide updates on order status and gather necessary information.
• Assist with the preparation of procurement reports and documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Administrator, Procurement Assistant, or similar administrative role.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong focus on detail.
• Proficiency in using purchasing software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently in a fully remote environment.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and supply chain principles is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote working arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.