Remote Purchasing Administrator - Procurement & Ops

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Purchasing Administrator for a fully remote role based in Sandton. You will manage day-to-day procurement operations including processing purchase orders, supplier liaising, and record-keeping.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote setting are essential. The role requires 2–3 years in purchasing or procurement support, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in an administrative role with purchasing/procurement support experience.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP or procurement software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Coordinate with internal departments to confirm order details.
• Communicate with suppliers for orders, dates and pricing.
• Maintain organized records for all purchasing documents.
• Track orders and follow up on deliveries to meet timelines.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies related to orders or deliveries.
• Maintain supplier contact details and terms in a database.
• Support procurement team with reports and presentations.

Skills

Procurement experience

MS Office

ERP familiarity

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP system

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Purchasing Administrator for a fully remote role based in Sandton. You will manage day-to-day procurement operations including processing purchase orders, supplier liaising, and record-keeping.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a remote setting are essential. The role requires 2–3 years in purchasing or procurement support, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with ERP systems.