Wabtec Supply Chain - Procurement Internships

Internship Overview

Wabtec South Africa is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Interns to support the Procurement function within the Supply Chain department. The interns 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

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in:

1. Supply Chain Management
2. Logistics
3. Procurement
4. Operations Management
5. or related field

• Strong MS Excel and MS Office skills
• Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain principles
• Good communication and organizational skills

Skills and Competencies

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

Advantageous

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