Stores Clerk - Procurement Store

Lenmed Private Hospitals; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Durban is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support the Buyer and manage stock. The ideal candidate should have Grade 12 or equivalent, be computer literate, and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include liaising with suppliers, handling invoices, and ensuring proper stock management. Experience with SAP and in a hospital environment is advantageous. This role offers an opportunity to develop within a dynamic team. Closing date for applications is January 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with suppliers and service providers for procurement tasks.
• Capture invoices and maintain stock records.
• Manage procurement activities in the absence of the Buyer.

Skills

Communication skills

Procurement knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban Deadline : January 31, 2026

Main Focus Areas

• Complement the Procurement Department and supporting the Buyer and Stores Assistant by liaising with all stakeholders and performing various tasks related to Procurement and Stock Management. Provide reliable and efficient service to all stakeholders.

Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to)

• Procurement i.e. liaise with suppliers & service providers, obtain quotations, generate purchase orders, expedite orders, and receive orders.
• Administrative tasks i.e. capturing invoices, stock counts and records managements, compile statistics.
• Accept responsibility of the Procurement Department in the absence of the Buyer i.e. manage all activities and tasks of the department.
• Housekeeping i.e. ensure that all stock is stored safely, and the department is maintained neatly.
• Communication i.e. interact with all stakeholders and communicate efficiently, both verbal and written.
• Perform tasks related to Procurements & Stores

Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)

• Grade 12 or equivalent – Essential
• Computer literacy i.e. Microsoft Office – Essential
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written – Essential
• SAP experience – Advantageous
• Hospital experience – Advantageous

CLOSING DATE

2025/12/31