Procurement Intern

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Procurement Intern will be responsible to assist the Senior Buyers to scan, analyse and select of suppliers for goods and services in order to negotiate and conclude multiyear supply contracts for the successful execution of the Business Plan. The Procurement Intern will also assist with the procurement process, price evaluations, cost analysis, negotiations and final procurement selection of suppliers.

KEY PERFOMANCE AREAS:

• Assist with the processing of RFQ’s, Capex, ECP’s, Concessions & Deviations and supply of procurement information.
• Develop good relations with suppliers, gain knowledge of procurement processes, key suppliers, products, negotiation skills and strategies, cost analysis, read and understand of technical drawings, team work and other procurement functions.
• Participate in price negotiations and achieve cost savings targets on production and non-production materials and services.
• Assist to complete of cost analysis and adjudication summaries.
• Assist to conduct Supplier Risk Assessment and Due Diligence checks on new vendors.
• Ensure that the Policies and Procedures are followed correctly.
• Adhere to all applicable legislation within RDM.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.

• NQF 7 in Procurement, Logistics or any other relevant qualification.
• Fully computer literate (all MS Office packages).
• Excellent communication skills and high level of professionalism.
• Strong planning, organising and administrative skills.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and office protocol.
• A valid driver’s license with driving experience.