Purchasing Officer Intern

Dhanusha Marine Lanka Exports

Join our dynamic team as a Purchasing Officer Intern and gain invaluable experience within the fast-paced import and export sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to understand global supply chains, vendor management, and procurement processes. You will contribute to ensuring efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, supporting our operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing purchase orders and related documentation.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on orders, deliveries, and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and compare product specifications and pricing.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Support inventory management processes by assisting with stock checks and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods.

Qualifications

• Possess a minimum of G.C.E. A/L qualification, preferably in the Commerce stream.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical aptitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

Additional Advantages

• Previous internship or work experience in a procurement or administrative role.
• Familiarity with basic import/export documentation and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in Tamil or other local languages.
• Experience with purchasing software or ERP systems.
• A valid riding license.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Basic analytical skills