Permanent - Graduate - Johannesburg - South Africa

Job Number: 78686


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78686
Permanent
Graduate
MS Outlook,SAP,ERP systems
Automotive
Johannesburg
Gauteng

The Supply Chain & Logistics Graduate Intern will provide operational and administrative support across supply chain functions, with a strong focus on e-commerce order management, inventory control, logistics coordination, and customer service support.

The role is designed for recent, dynamic graduates and will progressively evolve into a demand planning support role, under the guidance of the Head of Supply Chain. The intern will act as support to both Customer Services and Inventory & Logistics functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Customer Order Administration & Customer Service Support

  • Assist with the end-to-end administration of customer orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Review, monitor, and prioritise customer orders daily.
  • Ensure all commercial and delivery conditions are correctly captured and applied.
  • Support the management of customer queries, complaints, disputes, and claims related to orders and deliveries.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records, commercial terms, and special instructions.
  • Support billing activities, invoice checks, and basic dispute resolution processes.
  • Act as a backup support to the Customer Service team as required.

2. E-Commerce Operations Support

  • Assist with the processing and monitoring of e-commerce orders.
  • Ensure alignment between online sales, inventory availability, and order fulfilment.
  • Support reporting on e-commerce performance, order fulfilment, and stock availability.

3. Inventory Management & Control

  • Maintain and update inventory records accurately.
  • Monitor stock levels and report discrepancies, shortages, or excess stock.
  • Assist with stock transfers, manual delivery notes, and system updates.
  • Perform quality checks on inventory, including damaged, expired, or quarantined stock.
  • Participate in stock counts, cycle counts, and annual inventory activities.
  • Support inventory reconciliation and reporting.

4. Logistics & 3PL Coordination

  • Act as a support point of contact between the business and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
  • Assist with monitoring transport, deliveries, and logistics-related incidents.
  • Address and follow up on logistics-related customer complaints.
  • Support Incoterms management and understanding of transport terms.

5. Demand Planning & Supply Chain Support (Developmental)

  • Support demand planning activities through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Assist in forecasting, sales trend analysis, and inventory planning exercises.
  • Work closely with the Head of Supply Chain to gain exposure to demand planning and supply optimisation processes.

6. Systems, Reporting & Projects

  • Capture, update, and maintain supply chain, customer service, and logistics data in ERP systems (e.g. SAP or similar).
  • Prepare basic reports using Excel and other tools.
  • Support ad hoc supply chain, customer service, and logistics projects as required.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Finance, Operations) to ensure service levels and milestones are achieved.

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Key Requirements

Education / Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Recent graduate (or final-year student available full time for a 6-month contract).

Experience

  • No formal work experience required (intern / graduate role).
  • Any exposure to customer service, logistics, warehousing, inventory management, or e-commerce will be advantageous.

Technical & IT Skills

  • Strong Excel skills (mandatory).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Exposure to ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and CRM tools is advantageous.
  • Ability to learn new systems quickly.

 

Key Competencies & Skills

Core Competencies

  • Customer orientation
  • Drive for results
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Transparent and professional communication
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities

Technical & Functional Skills

  • Basic understanding of supply chain, logistics, and inventory principles
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Order processing and data accuracy
  • Time management and prioritisation
  • Ability to analyse data and identify trends

Behavioural Attributes

  • Proactive, energetic, and eager to learn
  • Strong sense of accountability and ownership
  • Collaborative team player
  • Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
Bachelors
Available

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