SUMMARY:
New Vacancy: Procurement Assistant
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Location: Isando, Gauteng
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Employment Type: Permanent
About the Position
We are looking for a
Procurement Assistant to support the purchasing function through supplier management, sourcing, purchase orders and stock administration. The ideal candidate will be organised, detail-oriented and confident when communicating with suppliers and internal teams. The role also focuses on maintaining accurate records, ensuring supplier compliance and identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficient procurement.
POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant Diploma/Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain or related field.
- 1–3 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, logistics or administration.
- Knowledge of purchasing, sourcing and stock control.
- Knowledge of B-BBEE procurement requirements.
- Strong administration, organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good negotiation, problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate suppliers, quotations and tenders.
- Negotiate pricing, quality and delivery terms.
- Manage supplier relationships and conduct supplier reviews.
- Prepare and process purchase orders.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve pricing, quality, delivery and invoice queries.
- Ensure supplier B-BBEE compliance.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers.
- Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials.
- Process GRNs and maintain accurate stock records.
- Assist with stock issues, returns and technician stock.
- Maintain accurate procurement, supplier and asset documentation.
- Assist with cooler and asset administration.
- Maintain an organised and up-to-date filing system.
- Communicate supply issues that may impact business operations.
