Intern: Supply Chain - Procurement at Wabtec Corporation

Role Summary

• Wabtec South Africa is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Intern to support the Procurement function within the Supply Chain department. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to procurement operations, supplier management, cost control, and compliance in a manufacturing and engineering environment. This role is designed to provide practical workplace experience while supporting day-to-day procurement and supply chain activities in line with Wabtec policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Support
Assist with the creation and processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders

• Support supplier sourcing, RFQs, and price comparisons
• Maintain and update supplier records and procurement databases
• Assist in monitoring supplier delivery performance and lead times
• Follow up on outstanding purchase orders and deliveries

Supply Chain Operations

• Support coordination between procurement, stores, finance, and end users
• Assist with goods receipt verification and document matching
• Help track procurement spending against budgets
• Support inventory planning by monitoring stock levels for consumables and indirect materials

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist in ensuring compliance with company procurement policies, ethics, and governance standards
• Support audit preparation by ensuring documentation and/or system completeness

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare basic procurement and supply chain reports
• Capture and analyse procurement data in Excel or ERP systems
• Provide general administrative support to the Supply Chain team

Learning & Development

• Gain exposure to end-to-end procurement processes
• Learn supplier management and negotiation fundamentals
• Develop understanding of manufacturing and engineering supply chains
• Build practical skills in ERP systems, reporting, and professional communication

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Time management
• Professional communication
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Ability to work in a team environment

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in:

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics
• Procurement
• Operations Management
• or related field
• Strong MS Excel and MS Office skills
• Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain principles
• Good communication and organizational skills

Additional Information

Advantageous

• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP or similar)
• Knowledge of local supplier markets and sourcing practices