Graduate Trainee - Procurement Unit

Ecic; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is offering a graduate program aimed at transitioning graduates into a professional work environment. The program focuses on training in various procurement areas, providing graduates with essential skills and experience. Ideal candidates are South African citizens under 35, with a relevant qualification. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, preparing graduates for future career success.

Qualifications

• No previous corporate working experience required.
• Must be a South African citizen and under the age of 35 years.

Responsibilities

• Training in procurement areas including planning, acquisition, logistics, and compliance.
• Exposure to procurement systems and practices at ECIC.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work within a team

Ability to handle conflicting priorities

Education

Three-year post-matric qualification in Supply Chain Management or Finance

Job description

PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE
The overarching objective of the graduate program is to transition graduates from a higher learning institution to a work environment.

We aim to help graduates become well-rounded young professionals with great prospects and a positive future.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, MEASURES AND INTERFACES

The successful candidate will be exposed to training, progressively in the following areas of procurement (public procurement) within ECIC:

1. Planning and demand management.
2. Acquisition management.
3. Logistics management.
4. Contract management.
5. Supplier management.
6. Travel management.
7. Record management.
8. Compliance with relevant policies, regulations and laws.
9. Three bid committee system.

The training will cover all procurement systems used at ECIC, including petty cash, one written quotation, at least three written quotations, a competitive bidding process, and procurement by other means.

KEY INTERFACES

• Finance Unit
• Heads of Business Units
• Other professionals

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

A three-year post-matric qualification in Supply Chain Management or Finance.

No previous corporate working experience required.

Must be a South African citizen and under the age of 35 years.

ECIC welcomes applications from persons with disabilities (must provide a medical certificate confirming the nature of the disability).

QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR

• Available to work beyond normal business hours when required.
• Analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work within and contribute to a team environment.
• Ability to handle conflicting priorities.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Problem Solving: Demonstrates basic problem-solving skills and applies proven solutions appropriately.
• Delivery: Translates business objectives into practical, prioritized, and organized action plans; ensures plans are implemented successfully.
• Team Participation: Offers relevant input during team discussions to clarify issues and develop solutions.
• Flexibility: Willing to work beyond ordinary business hours.

APPLICATIONS

Closing Date: Tuesday, 27th May

Note: ECIC aims to promote equity through the filling of posts, in line with Employment Equity targets.

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