This is a 6-month internship opportunity with Syntech’s Procurement Division in Cape Town, designed for recent graduates or individuals seeking to launch a career in procurement, supply chain, or administration. The successful candidate will gain practical, hands-on experience by supporting the team with critical tasks such as purchase order validation, vendor coordination, GRV checks, price comparisons, and product updates. The role requires a Matric certificate, strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. This is an ideal entry-point for building a professional foundation in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Reference Number: SYN250604-1
Duration: 6-month contract
Department: Procurement | Division: Back Office
Business Unit: Syntech Cape Town
Job Category: Logistics
Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
About the Internship
This is a valuable opportunity for recent graduates or individuals seeking to launch a career in procurement, supply chain, or administration. The intern will gain practical experience by supporting the Procurement Department with a variety of administrative and operational tasks, including purchase order validation, vendor coordination, and product updates.
Minimum RequirementsRequirements:
- Education: Matric or National Senior Certificate required. Additional qualifications would be an advantage.
- Experience: 0-1years in a procurement or administrative role preferred.
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving mindset and proactive attitude.
- Duties and ResponsibilitiesParticipate in daily procurement meetings to stay aligned with team objectives and updates.
- Conduct daily checks on GRVs (Goods Received Vouchers) to ensure all received goods prices are checked.
- Load Purchase Order (PO) validations to maintain accuracy.
- Verify and validate box quantities from product team and ensure they uploaded to system.
- Carry out product class and production file checks to support product team.
- Perform regular price comparison checks to ensure price competitiveness.
- Follow up with vendors to request and retrieve missing information for product listings.
- Assist product team in managing bulk branch orders and ensuring timely delivery.
- Support bond release processes and related documentation.
- Review packaging and new listings for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist in updating any procurement-related backlogs (e.g., micron backlog).
- Carry out ad hoc tasks as required by the Procurement Manager.
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