Purchasing Administrator

About the position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Administrator to join our dynamic Purchasing Department in Brits. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating purchasing activities, supporting budgeting and planning processes, and ensuring smooth operational flow between departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing and ordering of all relevant materials, consumables, and equipment.
• Coordinate purchasing activities in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify and assist with cost-saving initiatives.
• Liaise with the Finance Department regarding orders and payment queries.
• Generate and update ident numbers and prices for accurate business planning.
• Participate in demand planning and forecasting for future tendering activities.
• Support commodity buyers and assist with daily purchasing operations.
• Coordinate B-BBEE activities with suppliers and service providers to meet scorecard targets.
• Perform general administrative duties as delegated.

Job Requirements

Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or Financial Accounting (essential).

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a finance (reconciliation and queries) or purchasing environment.

Technical Skills:

Fully proficient in MS Excel (including pie charts and data analysis) - non-negotiable.

Knowledge of a Purchasing System, ident number creation, and price updating functions is an advantage.

Additional Knowledge:

Exposure to budgets and planning activities.

Understanding of B-BBEE requirements and documentation (advantageous).

Other Requirements:

Attention to detail and accuracy are critical.

Team player who can perform under pressure.

Own transport and valid driver's license.

Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Apply Online:
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Desired Skills:

• Supply Chain Management
• Purchasing Administration
• Supply Chain Administration
• Purchase Orders
• Invoice Checking
• Forecasting
• Budgets
• Planning

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years Purchasing & Procurement

About The Employer:

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