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Procurement Intern (Lusaka)

Yalelo is looking for a switched-on, focused, energetic, and results-driven Procurment Intern to join our Procurement team in Lusaka with occasional travel to Siavonga. His/ her responsibilities will typically revolve around providing support to the procurement team in various tasks related to sourcing, purchasing, expediting and supplier management

The right-fit candidate will perform the following tasks:

• Assist in sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers/vendors based on quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Aid in negotiating pricing and contractual terms with suppliers to achieve favourable agreements.
• Support the procurement team in issuing purchase orders and managing order fulfilment processes.
• Help maintain accurate procurement records and documentation, including supplier contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Help collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and aid accordingly.
• Participate in inventory management activities, including tracking stock levels and monitoring inventory replenishment.
• Assist in conducting supplier performance evaluations and implementing improvement initiatives as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in procurement to contribute fresh ideas and insights to the team.
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement department, such as organizing meetings, preparing reports, and handling correspondence.
• Helps expedite all deliveries.
• Works with team members and Procurement manager to complete tasks and duties

Requirements for the Procurement Intern

• Full grade 12 certificate
• Diploma or better in purchasing and Supply or other related discipline
• Must be a fully paid-up member of ZIPS.
• 0–2 years work experience
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills desired.