About this role
Salary: R23 000 – R25 000 per month
Remote Recruitment is hiring a Purchasing Assistant for a UK-based employer, fully remote from South Africa. You will own the purchase order trail for a UK business — orders raised correctly, suppliers chased, and deliveries matched to paperwork.
A good fit if you like chasing detail to a clean finish, enjoy working with suppliers, and want a long-term career with a UK business from home in South Africa.
Key responsibilities
Raise and track purchase orders against approved requestsChase suppliers on order confirmations and delivery datesMatch invoices to orders and flag discrepanciesMaintain supplier records and price listsPrepare simple spend and order reportsSupport the buying team with quotes and comparisonsWhat you'll need
Experience in a purchasing, procurement or accounts administration roleConfident with Excel or Google SheetsAccurate with numbers and document matchingStrong written and spoken EnglishA reliable fibre connection, a working laptop and a quiet place to workNice to have
Familiarity with an ERP or purchasing system such as Sage, SAP or NetSuiteExperience dealing with UK or European suppliersExposure to stock or inventory recordsWhat's on offer
100% remote — work from anywhere in South AfricaWorking hours of 09:00–17:00 UK time (11:00–19:00 SAST), Monday to FridayLong-term placement with a stable UK employerOngoing support from the Remote Recruitment team throughout your placementIf this sounds like your kind of role, apply with your CV and we'll be in touch.