About this role
As an Indirect Purchasing Trainee, you will join a dynamic team responsible for acquiring critical services (from Major Construction and plant maintenance to IT and corporate services). You will be immersed in the complete procurement lifecycle: from initial market analysis and the development of Local Commodity Strategies (LCSs), to supporting complex contract negotiations and evaluating supplier performance.
We are looking for someone who does not settle for the "status quo." Your primary mission, in addition to learning under the mentorship of senior buyers, will be to leverage your analytical skills to research market trends, evaluate cost models, and propose disruptive initiatives. You will act as a catalyst for new optimization methodologies, helping to integrate continuous improvement (Lean) principles and process digitalization that facilitate team agility and foster Value Engineering .
Education & Experience:
- Final-year university student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial/Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- 0 to 2 years of experience (previous internships or academic projects in Procurement, Logistics, Data Analytics, or Project Management are a strong plus).
Technical & Language Skills:
- Fluent/Advanced English proficiency (both written and spoken) is required to communicate effectively with global teams and suppliers.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel for data management and PowerPoint for executive presentations).
- Highly desirable: Familiarity or eagerness to learn data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and Procurement ERP/Systems (e.g., SAP, SAP Ariba) to drive the automation and innovation responsibilities of the role.
Soft Skills & Mindset:
- Ability to translate raw data into actionable insights and cost-saving opportunities.
- A "self-starter" mentality. Unafraid to challenge the status quo, ask questions, and propose new, more efficient ways of doing things.
- Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.