Procurement Graduate Trainee

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate training

Stipend for trainees

Practical experience

Future employment potential

Exposure to procurement activities

Industry best practices

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is offering a Procurement Graduate Trainee program designed to kick-start your career in procurement and supply chain management. You will receive structured training and hands-on experience across purchasing, contract administration, and supplier relationship management in an on-site environment.

As a recent graduate with a relevant degree, you will develop communication and organizational skills while learning company policies, order tracking, and supplier

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field.
• Strong academic record and keen interest in procurement and supply chain.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Willing to relocate to East London if not based there.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing purchase orders and requisitions.
• Support sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers.
• Maintain procurement records and databases.
• Learn and apply company procurement policies and procedures.
• Participate in training sessions and gain practical supplier communication and order tracking experience.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the procurement department.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Proactive attitude

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Graduate Trainee to join their dynamic team in East London. This is an ideal role for recent graduates looking to kick-start their career in procurement and supply chain management. You will receive comprehensive training and hands-on experience across various aspects of the procurement function, including sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, and supplier relationship management. The program is designed to provide a solid foundation in procurement principles and practices, preparing you for a successful career within a supportive and collaborative on-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of purchase orders and requisitions.
• Support the procurement team in sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers.
• Help maintain accurate procurement records and databases.
• Learn and apply company procurement policies and procedures.
• Participate in training sessions and gain practical experience in supplier communication and order tracking.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the procurement department.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Strong academic record and a keen interest in procurement and supply chain.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to East London.

Benefits

• Structured graduate training program with dedicated mentorship.
• Stipend/salary tailored for traineeship positions.
• Opportunity to gain invaluable practical experience in a professional setting.
• Potential for future employment based on performance and business needs.
• Exposure to a wide range of procurement activities and industry best practices.