Omnia invites South African graduates to apply for the Graduate Procurement Internship Programme 2026.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified
Graduate Programme Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Omnia Graduate Procurement Internship 2026
Omnia’s Mining Optimisation Services is inviting applications for the Graduate: Procurement Category Specialist opportunity in Johannesburg.
This graduate opportunity is based within the Supply Chain environment and is designed to give graduates practical exposure to procurement, sourcing, supplier management, category management and contract administration.
The role is suitable for candidates who want to build a career in procurement and supply chain within a high-performance mining services environment.
Job Details
Company: Omnia
Division: Mining Optimisation Services
Position: Graduate: Procurement
Functional Area: Supply Chain
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Type: Full-Time
Workplace Type: On-Site
Application Method: Online
About the Role
The Graduate: Procurement Category Specialist will support the Procurement and Supply Chain team with key procurement activities.
The role includes assisting with sourcing strategies, managing procurement processes, analysing spend data and maintaining supplier information.
Successful candidates will gain practical exposure to strategic sourcing, category management, supplier engagement, contract administration and procurement reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Analysis and Reporting
The successful graduate will assist with collecting, cleansing and analysing spend data.
They will support procurement reporting and category analysis activities.
They will conduct basic market research and supplier benchmarking.
They will monitor pricing trends and market developments.
They will help identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
They will also support the preparation of sourcing and category management reports.
Sourcing and Procurement Support
The graduate will provide administrative support for sourcing events, RFQs, RFPs and tenders.
They will assist with supplier onboarding activities and documentation.
They will support the evaluation and comparison of supplier quotations.
They will coordinate procurement-related meetings and stakeholder engagements.
They will maintain procurement records, supplier information and sourcing databases.
They will also assist Category Managers with contract administration and supplier communications.
Governance and Compliance
The successful candidate will ensure procurement documentation is accurately maintained and filed.
They will support compliance with procurement policies, procedures and delegated authorities.
They will assist with tracking procurement savings and sourcing outcomes.
They will monitor contract expiry dates and maintain contract registers.
They will also support audit and compliance activities when required.
Stakeholder Collaboration
The graduate will build productive relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
They will provide administrative and analytical support to Category Managers and Procurement Leads.
They will participate in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
They will develop an understanding of stakeholder procurement requirements and business needs.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have Matric / Grade 12.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:
Supply Chain.
Engineering.
Business.
Commerce.
Operations Management.
Business Process Management.
Analytics.
Information Technology.
Equivalent qualification.
Experience Requirements
Applicants must have 1 year of experience within a Procurement or Supply Chain environment.
Technical Competencies
Applicants should have strong analytical and numerical ability.
Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Applicants should have a basic understanding of procurement and supply chain principles.
Applicants should have report writing and data analysis capability.
Applicants should have attention to detail and strong administrative skills.
Behavioural Competencies
Applicants should show learning agility and curiosity.
Applicants should have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Applicants should be able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Applicants should have a continuous improvement mindset.
Applicants should have effective planning and organisational skills.
Applicants should show integrity and commitment to governance and compliance.
Applicants should be able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Development Outcomes
The successful graduate will gain exposure to strategic sourcing methodologies.
They will learn about category management practices.
They will gain experience in supplier relationship management.
They will be exposed to contract management processes.
They will learn about procurement governance and compliance.
They will gain exposure to spend analysis and Total Cost of Ownership principles.
They will also participate in cross-functional stakeholder engagement and projects.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for graduates who want to build careers in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, category management and supplier management.
Applicants with a strong interest in mining services, operations, analytics and business improvement are encouraged to apply.
The role is ideal for candidates who are analytical, organised, detail-oriented and eager to learn in a professional supply chain environment.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copy of South African ID.
Certified copy of Matric certificate.
Certified copies of relevant qualifications.
Academic transcript, if requested.
Proof of procurement or supply chain experience, if requested.
Any additional documents required during the online application process.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Omnia Graduate Procurement Internship 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official Omnia careers portal.
Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed correctly and that supporting documents are uploaded before submitting the application.
Important Notes
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements.
Applicants must have 1 year of experience in procurement or supply chain.
The position is full-time and on-site in Johannesburg.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Omnia Graduate Procurement Internship 2026 was not specified.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible through the official online application portal.
Final Thoughts
The Omnia Graduate Procurement Internship 2026 is a valuable opportunity for graduates who want to gain practical experience in procurement and supply chain.
Graduates with qualifications in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Commerce, Operations Management, Analytics, Information Technology and related fields should apply online as soon as possible.