Procurement Assistant / Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Coordinator
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Role Overview
This full-time remote role supports SAIREP’s procurement and purchasing activities.
The role supports research and policy initiatives through accurate, compliant, and cost-conscious procurement operations.
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Role Description
This full-time remote role supports SAIREP’s procurement and purchasing activities.
The role supports research and policy initiatives through accurate, compliant, and cost-conscious procurement operations.
Responsibilities
- Process and track purchase orders, assist with supplier sourcing, and obtain quotations.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Maintain procurement records and support contract and supplier management.
- Prepare documentation, monitor delivery timelines, resolve basic procurement issues, and improve procurement workflows.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of purchasing processes, best practices, and basic procurement standards.
- Ability to create, manage, and track purchase orders accurately and in compliance with procedures.
- Foundational procurement skills, including supplier coordination, quotation comparison, and cost-conscious decision support.
- Effective communication skills for internal teams, external vendors, and written documentation.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets, procurement or ERP tools, and basic data entry.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage multiple tasks, and follow established procedures and ethical standards.
- Relevant procurement, purchasing, administration, or operations experience is beneficial.
- A relevant supply chain, procurement, business administration, or related qualification is advantageous.
Workplace
- The role is explicitly described as full-time and remote.
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