Old Mutual South Africa

Procurement Intern

Posted: Oct 29, 2025

Job Description

Lets Write Africa's Story Together!Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.Job DescriptionnaCompile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.ResponsibilitiesProcurementAchieve specific procurement goals or provide support to others while following established procurement systems and protocols.Contract RequirementsIdentify trends, summarize findings, and give feedback on existing contract performance, and provide it as input to new contract processes for negotiations/renegotiations.Contract ManagementCarry out a range of contract management tasks.Data Collection and AnalysisProduce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats.Document PreparationPrepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for reports.SourcingCollect and collate information on the key cost drivers, market dynamics and issues, areas of innovation, and alternative suppliers to provide solid market information to more senior colleagues for decision-making.Cost AccountingMonitor and analyze data using cost accounting systems and protocols.Information and Business AdviceResolve complex queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on policies and/or procedures, referring the most complex issues to others.Operational ComplianceDevelop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. Obtain authorization from a supervisor or manager for any exceptions from mandatory procedure.Stakeholder EngagementSupport stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, and events.Personal Capability BuildingDevelop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.SkillsAction Planning, Business Case Writing, Computer Literacy, Contract Administration, Contract Management, Data Compilation, Financial Acumen, Global Procurement, Information Retrieval, Management Reporting, Negotiation, Oral Communications, Procurement Management, Report Review, Supplier ManagementCompetenciesBusiness InsightCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCourageEnsures AccountabilityFinancial AcumenManages ComplexityPlans and AlignsEducationNQF Level 3 & NQF Level 2 - Below school leavingClosing Date30 October 2025 , 23:59The Old Mutual Story!

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