Position title
PROCUREMENT GRADUATE TRAINEE
Description

Reporting to the Procurement and Administration Manager
The Urban Development Corporation is looking for a graduate
who wishes to pursue a career in Procurement, to fill the above
vacant post. The successful candidate will undergo an
intensive 24 months Graduate Trainee Development program
where he/ she will be exposed to procurement principles, best
business practices, key strategic procurement processes and
initiatives.

Responsibilities

Incumbent will be involved in the following roles:
1.ASSISTING IN PROCUREMENT PROCESSES
Support the procurement team in sourcing goods and
services.
Help with the preparation and evaluation of tenders and
quotations

2. VENDOR MANAGEMENT
Maintain relationships with suppliers.
Assist in assessing supplier performance and compliance.

3. MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
Conduct research on market trends and pricing.
Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

4. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts.
Monitor contract compliance and renewals

5. REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION
Prepare reports on procurement activities and supplier
performance.
Maintain accurate records of purchases and contracts

6. COLLABORATION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENT
Work with finance, logistics, and other teams to ensure
alignment. Participate in cross-functional projects related to
procurement.

 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
•Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field from a
recognized University.
•Should have a 2.1 or better degree class.
•At least one year of commercial awareness gained in industry,
services or commerce during the period of undergraduate
studies.
•Studying towards a relevant professional qualification will be
an added advantage.
•Knowledge of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public
Assets Act.
•Vast Knowledge of the e-GP systems is a great welcomed
advantage and a must.

Date posted
May 27, 2025
Contacts

Date posted
May 23, 2025
Contacts
Candidates interested in launching a career in public
procurement and meeting the above stated requirements
should submit a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies
of proof of qualifications clearly headed “PROCUREMENT
GRADUATE TRAINEE” to:
The Human Resources Manager
Urban Development Corporation
56 Samora Machel Avenue
8th Floor Trust Towers
Harare
Envelopes should clearly state the position applied for in
the subject line.
Emails to be sent to: recruitment@udcorp.co.zw

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