Job Summary
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) invites applications for the Procurement Internship Programme.
Closing date: 17 April 2024
- Job ID: 313632
- Department: Supply Chain
- Cluster/Portfolio: Strategic Procurement Services
Location: Pretoria (Hybrid), South Africa.
Job Purpose
The CSIR has two Internship opportunities in the Strategic Procurement Unit. The incumbents will gain experience in sourcing goods and services as well as exposure to procurement-related administrative tasks. These positions are based in Pretoria.
About CSIR
CSIR is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa.
The organisation’s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision the Intern will be required to perform the following duties:
- Source and obtain quotations;
- Create, issue and expedite orders;
- Liaise with internal and external clients/customers;
- Provide administrative support and handle general procurement enquiries;
- Assist with information gathering for reports and auditing purposes;
- Ensure compliance to policies and procedures, rules and regulations, legislative objectives and other related frameworks;
- Perform any other supply chain management tasks as and when mandated.
Qualifications, skills and experience
- A three-year diploma or degree in supply chain management;
- Computer literacy and numerical skills;
- Ability to maintain high degree of accuracy;
- Ability to pay attention to detail;
- Problem-solving ability and communication skills;
- High degree of customer focus and care;
- Ability to meet demanding deadlines;
- Ability to work in a team is essential.
- All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
How to Apply
Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a prescribed medical test / assessment, as it is a requirement in the mining sector.
Closing date: 17 April 2024
PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
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