Remote Purchasing Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Online training resources

Health benefits

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized remote Purchasing Coordinator to join our procurement team and support operations with efficient purchase orders and supplier communications.

You will handle requisitions, maintain records, and assist in reports on costs and supplier performance while ensuring policy compliance; strong Excel and remote-work skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or administrative support.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication for supplier and team interaction.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders using procurement software.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized records of purchasing activities and supplier communications.
• Assist in the preparation of reports on purchasing trends, costs, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures in all transactions.
• Provide administrative support to the purchasing team, managing correspondence and scheduling.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Excel proficiency

Procurement software

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Remote work capability

Education

High school diploma

Business or supply chain studies

Tools

Procurement software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent Remote Purchasing Coordinator to join their procurement department, supporting operations that were previously based in Pretoria . In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the efficient processing of purchase orders, managing supplier communications, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. This position requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a virtual environment. You will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to facilitate seamless procurement operations, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and create accurate purchase orders using procurement software.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all purchasing activities and supplier communications.
• Assist in the preparation of reports on purchasing trends, costs, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures in all transactions.
• Provide administrative support to the purchasing team as needed, managing correspondence and scheduling.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a purchasing or administrative support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with procurement systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective supplier and team interaction.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in business or supply chain is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Access to online training and professional development resources.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.