Purchasing Administrator (Fixed Term)

The purpose of the Purchasing Administrator is to provide effective and efficient administrative purchasing activities to be completed in a timely and cost-effective way meeting agreed technical requirements and service levels.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Adhere to the relevant Supply Chain strategy and ensure that critical tasks performance targets plans and budgets are adhered to with due consideration of risk identification

• Embrace an agile Supply Chain by being adaptive and flexible to accommodate and focus on emerging and changing business priorities
• Provide administrative support with regards to estimations purchase orders warranty claims etc.
• Provide administrative support with the implementation of sustainable value creation strategies initiatives and associated business cases that advance technical community sustainability and financial ambitions
• Support the team to identify supplier development needs and opportunities and provide input into the development of solutions

This role is in the Supply Chain (SC) department on a band 8 level reporting to the Section Manager Purchasing.

Qualifications :

• Grade 12
• Supply Chain qualification will be advantageous
• Valid drivers license code B or C1

Technical Knowledge

At least 1 3 years experience within a materials management environment in a large operation.

Technical knowledge(experience) required for role:

• Transactional Procurement
• SAP Purchasing knowledge
• Technical expertise for repairs
• Process compliance monitoring
• SC systems

You will also need to have:

• No criminal record
• Good command of English language both written and speaking

If successful you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness test.

Additional Information :

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date

17 March 2026

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract