Internship Vacancy with Mahle Behr

MAHLE Behr South Africa is an automotive component manufacturer, specializing in air conditioning and engine cooling products for both passenger and commercial vehicles. MAHLE Behr has a developmental position – PURCHASING INTERNSHIP for a Limited Duration Contract (12 months)

Based in the New Germany (Durban / KwaZulu Natal),

Purchasing Department, reporting to the Purchasing Manager

The main duties of this Internship will include:

• Contract management and supplier liason is the primary experience offered

• Working within the buying function with a focus on raw materials is other general experience to be gained

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications and experience:

• No experience in the Purchasing or Buying function is required

• The purpose of this position is for a young person to gain valuable work experience, it is not a formal job

• Ideal for a Student who is completing part-time Masters or Doctoral studies. Time-off to attend to research will be grated

• Minimum qualification: B.Com Economics, Supply Chain or related studies

Persistence in achieving and maintaining high standards , a systematic and organised in approach. Excellent communication, leadership and team work skills. Comfortable and effective approaches at various levels in the organisation are considered important personal attributes.

How to Apply

Interested persons, who meet the above criteria, are requested to send a CV with scanned copies of their ID and statements of results to –

The Training Manager at the following e-mail address: [email protected]

Closing Date: 23 April 2014

Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals. South African citizens, ONLY.

Correspondence will be conducted with shortlisted applicants, only.

For more info visit: www.mahle.com