Procurement Officer at UCT

Procurement Officer at UCT

Faculty of Science, Finance Office, seeks to appoint a full-time, permanent Procurement Officer for commencement as soon as possible.

The primary function of the post is the provision of an efficient, accurate and cost-effective purchasing service for Faculty Office and supplement support to Faculty’s departments. Potential applicants that meet the criteria listed below, are invited to apply.

Requirements:

NQF 4 with accounting or bookkeeping qualification and 3 years’ experience in financial/purchasing administration, preferably in a tertiary institution, OR if qualified by experience, a minimum of 5 years relevant experience at the required level.

Good numeracy and organizational skills

Good computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Internet, Email)

Good communication skills both verbal and written

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and to work independently and accurately with minimal supervision

The following would be advantageous:

SAP purchasing experience

Experience with UCT financial and administrative policies and procedures

Responsibilities:

Purchasing in line with financial policies and procedures, with appropriate authorisation

Selecting vendors for optimal cost, quality and delivery time

Following up on all outstanding deliveries, invoices and payments

PCard purchasing according to UCT PCard policy and procedure

Processing of P-Card transactions and follow-up on outstanding documentation

Communicating purchasing and PCard policy and procedures to the Department staff

Reconciling cash payments and vendor accounts

Serving as a Goods Receiver

Instant Money

Any other tasks and duties that may be appropriate
The 2025 annual cost of employment, including benefits is R394 844- R 464 523

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Ms Shihaam Brown at shihaam.brown@uct.ac.za

UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc )

Cover letter, and Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Please ensure the job title and reference number are indicated in the subject line.

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to undergo a competency test.

Telephone: 021 650 5410 Website: www.science@uct.ac.za
Reference number: E25987 Closing date: 09 January 2026

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