Distribution Centre Internship Opportunity at Mr Price Johannesburg

Mr Price Logistics is offering internship opportunities for Distribution Centre (DC) Interns at its new Johannesburg facility. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail logistics environment, ideal for students and recent graduates looking to build a career in supply chain and distribution. Applications are open to candidates eager to learn, contribute to critical projects, and develop practical skills in DC operations.

Position Overview
The internship focuses on supporting the DC testing team to validate operational processes, systems, and infrastructure before the full-scale launch of the facility. Interns will actively participate in testing workflows, documenting outcomes, identifying inefficiencies, and providing feedback to improve DC readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in end-to-end testing of DC processes.
• Assist in validating system functionality and infrastructure performance.
• Document test results, anomalies, and improvement suggestions.
• Support data collection and analysis for process optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
• Attend daily stand-ups and contribute to feedback loops.
• Assist in training simulations and onboarding readiness assessments.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols during testing.

Qualifications, Skills & Competencies

• Degree or diploma in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Business Administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic data analysis tools.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Advantageous Experience

• Exposure to warehouse or supply chain environments.
• Familiarity with WMS or ERP systems.
• Participation in learnerships or work readiness programmes.

Development Opportunities

• Hands-on experience in large-scale DC operations and systems.
• Exposure to process testing and improvement projects.
• Networking opportunities with logistics professionals and project teams.

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity.

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