Graduate

Dhl Germany; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in South Africa is seeking a Graduate to support logistics operations and develop supply chain skills. The role involves assisting with procurement, warehousing, transport, and inventory management, along with data analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Matric and a Bcom or Honors degree in Supply Chain Management, demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills. This entry-level role offers excellent professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations across procurement, warehousing, transport, and inventory management.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting on supply chain metrics.
• Participate in demand and supply planning meetings to understand forecasting.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely order fulfilment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive attitude

Adaptability

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Bcom / Honors degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

BE PART OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST LOGISTICS COMPANY

Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world's leading logistics and mail company.

We're one of the world's largest employers, operating in over countries and territories.

We're Europe's largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication.

We're number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business.

Join us and you'll be working for a global company that's focused on service, quality, and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives.

And not just for our customers, but for every member of our Group too.

Vacancy

Graduate (P&G Boksburg)

Job Purpose

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of key logistics and supply chain functions within the organization.

The role is designed to provide hands‑on exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations – including procurement, inventory management, warehousing distribution and supplier coordination while developing professional and leadership skills for future advancement within DHL.

Key areas of responsibility include

• Assist with daily operations across procurement, warehousing, transport and inventory management.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting on supply chain metrics (eg. Lead times, delivery accuracy, cost efficiency).
• Participate in demand and supply planning meetings to understand forecasting and capacity alignment.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Liaise with suppliers, transporters, and internal departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment.
• Assist in monitoring stock levels and reconciling inventory variances.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations and operational standards.
• Prepare presentations and reports for management review.

Working in a team environment.

Interpersonal skills.

Skills development.

DPDHL Core Competencies & Skills

Maintains effective relationships with customers.

Develops / Delivers high quality / innovative products, services or solutions.

Focuses on customer needs and gains their commitment.

Gains management / colleague support to meet customer needs.

Ensures strategies / plans are aligned and reflect others views.

Develops strategies / plans aligned to broader organizational strategy.

Communicates strategy.

Establishes clear, challenging and achievable objectives.

Coordinates efforts and aligns resources to achieve objectives.

Regularly reviews and communicates progress against objectives and adjusts as needed.

Champions continuous improvement and innovation.

Tales responsibility for own decisions and recognizes the contribution of others.

Provides candid / regular feedback.

Supports the development of others.

Inspires others to develop themselves.

Conveys a clear sense of personal goals and values.

Actively seeks feedback to improve performance.

Develops new skills and modifies behaviors based on feedback.

Takes personal responsibility for career and development.

Skills / Experience

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with data.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Team player with proactive and adaptable attitude.

Basic understanding of supply chain concepts (procurement, logistics, warehousing etc).

Computer literacy, especially in MS Office Packages.

Commitment to continues learning and professional growth.

React to customers in a courteous and professional manner and maintain at the highest level.

Person should be able to propose different solutions to problems - must be able to act of their own without being urged to do.

Qualifications

Matric / Grade 12.

Bcom / Honors degree in Supply Chain Management.

Languages

English verbal and written.