Procurement Assistant
Soweto, 1803, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-19
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Administrative/Clerical
Data Entry, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Administration
About the Role
Our client is seeking an organized and diligent Procurement Assistant to join their fully remote procurement department. This role provides crucial support to the procurement team by managing administrative tasks, processing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate records. It's an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or advance their career in procurement, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and collaborative remote environment.
The successful candidate will be proactive, possess strong attention to detail, and demonstrate excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with suppliers and internal colleagues across various departments, contributing to the overall efficiency of the purchasing function.
- Assist procurement specialists and managers with daily purchasing activities and administrative duties.
- Process purchase requisitions and generate accurate purchase orders in the designated system.
- Maintain and update procurement records, including supplier information and order details.
- Coordinate with suppliers to confirm order status, delivery schedules and address basic inquiries.
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure clear communication regarding procurement needs.
- Support the team with basic data entry, filing and preparation of procurement reports.
- Previous administrative or clerical experience is preferred, ideally in a procurement or office setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills for effective remote interaction.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
- A desire to learn and grow within the procurement and supply chain field.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
- Opportunities for training and professional development in procurement.
- Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and growth.
- Standard employee benefits including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
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