DC Intern at Mr Price Group

Job Description

• Mr Price Logistics is excited to announce opportunities for DC Interns at our new Distribution Centre in Johannesburg. This internship offers an incredible chance to gain practical, hands-on experience within one of South Africa’s most dynamic retail logistics environments. You’ll be part of a fast-paced operation that thrives on energy, precision, and continuous improvement, contributing directly to critical projects that keep our business moving.
• If you’re eager to learn, make an impact, and build a career in the world of supply chain and distribution, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities
Purpose of the Role:

• To support the Distribution Centre (DC) testing team in validating operational processes, systems, and infrastructure prior to full-scale launch. Interns will assist in testing workflows, documenting outcomes, identifying inefficiencies, and providing feedback to improve DC readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in end-to-end testing of DC processes.
• Assist in validating system functionality
• Document test results, anomalies, and improvement suggestions.
• Support data collection and analysis for process optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
• Attend daily stand-ups and contribute to feedback loops.
• Assist in training simulations and onboarding readiness assessments.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols during testing.

Qualifications
Qualifications, Skills & Competencies:

• A Degree or diploma in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Business Administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic data analysis tools.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Advantageous:

• Exposure to warehouse or supply chain environments.
• Familiarity with WMS or ERP systems.
• Participation in learnerships or work readiness programmes.

Development Opportunities:

• Exposure to large-scale DC operations and systems.
• Hands-on experience in process testing and improvement.
• Networking with logistics professionals and project teams.