Purchasing Intern

2 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa L'Oreal Full time

**L'ORÉAL SOUTH AFRICA**

**Purchasing Intern**

**Midrand Factory (LMM)**

**Who We Are**

At L'Oréal, we're not just about beauty products; we're about empowering people to embrace their own unique beauty and change the world. For over a century, our passion for innovation has fuelled our mission to offer every individual the best in beauty. We're a company driven by creativity, a pioneering spirit, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

**A Day in the Life**

Ready to dive into the world of purchasing at a global beauty leader? As a Purchasing Intern at our Midrand Factory, you'll gain practical experience in managing procurement processes and contributing to strategic sourcing initiatives. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

- ** Vendor Master Data**: Maintain and update vendor master data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- ** Vendor Onboarding**: Manage the onboarding process for new vendors, verifying compliance with L'Oréal policies.
- ** Sourcing & Procurement Systems**: Utilize mySourcing and SAP for referencing and operational routines.
- ** Spend Analysis**: Conduct monthly spend analysis, identifying and reporting any anomalies.
- ** RFQ Management**: Prepare and launch Requests for Quotation (RFQs) in alignment with stakeholders.
- ** Risk Management**: Evaluate and manage risks related to purchasing, escalating issues as needed.
- ** Stakeholder Communication**: Liaise between suppliers, internal departments, and customers to ensure effective communication.
- ** Supplier Relationship Management**: Identify potential suppliers, build relationships with existing suppliers, and conduct supplier visits.
- ** EHS Leadership**: Sensitize suppliers on Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements and encourage reporting.

**Your Future Team**

Join a dynamic purchasing team at the forefront of sourcing and procurement for L'Oréal. We offer a collaborative environment where you'll learn from experienced professionals and contribute to key business decisions.

**Who You Are**

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for supply chain management? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can contribute to strategic purchasing decisions? If so, we want you on our team Here's what we're looking for:

- ** Technical Skills**: Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- ** Communication**: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- ** Problem-Solving**: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- ** Drive & Initiative**: Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate initiative, and maintain high energy levels.
- ** Organization & Time Management**: Excellent organizational skills, deadline-driven, and able to manage time effectively.
- ** Teamwork & Independence**: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- ** Multi-tasking & Attention to Detail**: Ability to multi-task while maintaining high attention to detail.

**What We Offer**

At L'Oréal, we invest in the development of our interns, providing valuable experience and mentorship opportunities in a global business setting.

**Education and Experience**:

- Minimum B-Degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management/CIPS or equivalent.
- 0-3 years of working experience in Purchasing.
- Experience in Packaging and Development environment preferred (FMCG or Manufacturing a plus).

**L'ORÉAL COMPETENCIES**
- Innovator
- Strategist
- People Developer
- Integrator
- Entrepreneur

**Self-Development**:

- Enhance the use of My Learning and upskill - 30 hours of training per annum.
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