Our client is an established organisation based along Mombasa Road, Nairobi. They are looking for a motivated Procurement Intern to join their team and gain practical, hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations.

The Procurement Intern will support the procurement team in the day-to-day sourcing, purchasing and supplier management activities of the organisation. This is an opportunity for a recent graduate to build practical experience in procurement processes, documentation and supplier engagement, with the possibility of absorption into a permanent role based on performance at the end of the 6-month internship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the procurement team in sourcing goods and services from suppliers
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, quotations and local purchase orders
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations and assist with supplier evaluation
• Maintain accurate procurement records, files and supplier databases
• Follow up with suppliers on deliveries, pricing and outstanding orders
• Liaise with user departments and the stores team on procurement needs and deliveries
• Assist with tracking inventory levels and raising requests for replenishment
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement department
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Procurement Manager

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes and documentation
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of integrity
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment

What the Client Offers

• Hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain operations
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• Small monthly stipend
• Transport and lunch provided
• Possible absorption into a permanent role based on performance at the end of the 6-month internship

• Support the procurement team in sourcing goods and services from suppliers
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, quotations and local purchase orders
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations and assist with supplier evaluation
• Maintain accurate procurement records, files and supplier databases
• Follow up with suppliers on deliveries, pricing and outstanding orders
• Liaise with user departments and the stores team on procurement needs and deliveries
• Assist with tracking inventory levels and raising requests for replenishment
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement department
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Procurement Manager

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of integrity
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes and documentation

• Diploma or degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply