Job Description

Procurement Assistant - Design & Architectural Firm - Cape Town
Join a Growing Team in the Construction & Project Environment
Our client, a respected name in the project and construction space, is looking for a Procurement Assistant to support its supply chain and procurement function. This role is ideal for someone with a strong administrative and analytical mindset, who enjoys working in a structured and fast-paced environment.
If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and have experience in procurement or supply chain coordination, this could be your next great opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing:
? Procurement & Supply Chain Coordination

• Oversee daily procurement activities and ensure alignment with company procedures.
• Source goods and services at the right price, quality, and time to meet project and regulatory requirements.
• Process and manage purchase orders using the ERP system.
• Work closely with the supply chain manager and project managers to track and forecast procurement needs.

? Vendor & Contract Management

• Manage supplier onboarding process and documentation.
• Review and negotiate supplier contracts, and conduct annual supplier evaluations.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships; identify new suppliers and improve existing ones.
• Maintain and update supplier lists, credit limits, and account statuses.

? Process Improvement & Reporting

• Review and enhance procurement processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Analyze market and delivery trends to support strategic procurement decisions.
• Provide benchmarking data and track supplier performance via reports and KPIs.
• Design reporting tools to highlight cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement risks.

? Financial & Administrative Support

• Reconcile 30-day supplier accounts.
• Request and track quotes and invoices.
• Actively monitor external factors affecting purchasing costs and supply chain dynamics.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities in line with business goals.

? Governance & Compliance

• Help define procurement policies and ensure their consistent application.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and support audits and performance reviews.

What You Need to Succeed:
? Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (essential)
• 1-3 years' experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics or warehousing
• Solid knowledge of procurement processes and systems

? Systems & Software

• MS Office (Intermediate Excel skills essential)
• Experience with ERP systems (Smartsuite is an advantage)

? Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Effective communicator and confident dealing with suppliers
• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset

Decision-Making Authority
The Procurement Assistant will have the authority to:

• Source quotes and produce purchase orders
• Make procurement-related decisions in line with operational needs and company policy

Salary Market related depending on the Candidate: Up to R40 000 Gross
Send CVs to: redlinerecruitmentcvs@gmail.com

Skills Required