Purchasing Intern / Trainee
HiltonCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted April 2, 2026
Internship
About the Company
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels.
Job Description
The Purchasing Intern supports the procurement team with day-to-day purchasing activities, supplier coordination, and administrative tasks.
Requirements
- Assist with creating and processing purchase orders in line with company policies
- Support supplier communication regarding pricing, availability, and delivery timelines
- Maintain and update procurement records, supplier databases, and contracts
- Assist with sourcing and comparing quotations from suppliers
- Track orders and follow up on outstanding deliveries
- Support inventory control and stock level monitoring
- Assist with invoice verification and resolving discrepancies
- Prepare basic procurement reports and spreadsheets
- Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and internal controls
- Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team as required
Benefits
- Hands-on experience with procurement systems and processes
- Exposure to supplier negotiations and sourcing strategies
- Understanding of inventory and cost control
- Development of workplace professionalism and reporting skills
