Procurement Intern

About the Role

Cityfurnish is a leading provider of furniture and appliance rentals. We are looking for a Procurement Intern to be responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing the purchasing of goods and services to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition. This role involves vendor management, negotiation, inventory tracking, and collaborating with internal teams to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers/vendors based on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and payment terms with suppliers.
• Conduct regular visits to vendors/suppliers to assess product quality, manufacturing/production standards, capacity, and adherence to agreed specifications.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders (POs) in line with company policies.
• Track and follow up on delivery timelines; coordinate with suppliers to resolve delays.
• Monitor inventory levels, forecast procurement needs, and maintain optimal stock.
• Maintain and review supplier performance using KPIs such as quality, delivery time, and cost.
• Manage documentation related to procurement: purchase orders, invoices, contracts, delivery notes, etc.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., production, finance, warehouse) to understand their procurement needs.
• Prepare procurement reports and present to senior management.
• Develop and recommend sourcing strategies and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with tools / tech: CRM or ticketing systems.
• Eagerness to learn and grow with the organization.

Tech Stack

• CRM or ticketing systems.