Procurement Graduate Intern at Plan International

Dimensions of the Role

This role provides a learning opportunity for the incumbent as they support in procurement of goods and services by making timely and cost-effective buying decision that secure value for money to the organization.

Procurement Graduate Internship Responsibilities

• Review of purchase requisitions to ensure specifications on request meet market standards and user requirements.
• Contract preparation and management
• Negotiations with vendors for the best prices in the market and quality services/goods to ensure Plan
• International gets value for money.
• Processing of procurement transactions in SAP i.e request for quotation, purchase orders, goods receipt notes etc.
• Preparation of accurate and quality monthly and quarterly procurement reports
• Keep proper and up to date filing system for all procurement documents for ease of reference.
• Maintain and regularly update suppliers/ services providers databank
• Accurately update procurement tracker on weekly basis and share the same with user departments.
• Expedite timely delivery of goods and services to ensure timely and quality project implementation.

Qualifications for the Procurement Graduate Internship

• Graduates from Kenyan universities/reputable colleges
• Must have completed studies in a relevant field of study within the last 24 months.
• Graduates who are below 25 years old and willing to commit their time on the program for the entire year
• Demonstrated good character, creativity, honesty, positive attitude and ability to learn
• Graduates who are currently not in employment
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, or Bachelor of Commerce/ Business
• Administration (Procurement option)
• CIPS certification is an added advantage
• Analytical and cost-effective decision making
• Demonstrate high level of integrity
• Excellent proficiency in SAP procurement
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex tender details
• Presentation and public speaking skills.