Procurement Administrator

Why this role matters

At Mukuru, strong partnerships and smart decisions behind the scenes make everything possible.

As a Procurement Administrator, you help keep the business running smoothly by making sure the right suppliers, processes, and controls are in place. Your work ensures we operate efficiently, stay compliant, and deliver on what matters most.

What This Role Is Really About

This role is all about keeping procurement flowing, accurate, and compliant.

You’ll play a key part in managing the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process making sure every request, purchase, and payment is handled correctly from start to finish.

What You’ll Get Stuck Into

Managing the P2P process

• Review and validate purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance
• Ensure all procurement transactions follow policies and approvals
• Maintain visibility across the full procurement lifecycle (requisition to payment)

Supporting purchasing activities

• Convert approved requisitions into purchase orders
• Track and monitor purchase orders and requisitions
• Support sourcing activities alongside the procurement team

Driving compliance and governance

• Ensure procurement activities meet internal controls and audit standards
• Flag and manage non-compliant spend or supplier issues
• Keep all procurement documentation accurate and audit-ready

Handling invoices and payments

• Support the three-way matching process (PO, invoice, receipt)
• Assist with resolving invoice and payment discrepancies
• Monitor outstanding transactions and ensure timely processing

Working with stakeholders

• Act as a key link between Procurement, Finance, suppliers, and business teams
• Follow up on approvals, documentation, and supplier requirements
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance tracking

Keeping data clean and useful

• Maintain accurate procurement system data
• Support reporting and tracking of procurement activities
• Identify gaps and suggest improvements to processes and systems

What You Bring

• A relevant degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or similar
• Around 1–2 years’ experience in procurement or a similar environment
• Understanding of procurement processes and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills

The Kind Of Person Who Thrives Here

• You’re organised and detail-focused
• You take ownership and follow things through
• You enjoy solving problems and improving processes
• You work well with different teams and stakeholders

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS