Supply Chain Intern-Fruit Export: FPEF internship programme (one year, 2025)

Description

The industry organization, Fresh Produce Exporters Forum, runs a number of initiatives to bring about transformation in the fresh fruit export industry. The FPEF Graduate Placement Program places high caliber graduates in junior commercial, logistics and technical (post-harvest quality management) roles at various South African fruit export companies for one year, potentially leading to long term career opportunities. The aim of this programme is to integrate a growing group of talented black individuals into the commercial and operational heart of the industry.

This is your opportunity to enter the dynamic, fast-growing, and competitive world of post-harvest fruit handling, international fruit trade and marketing.

A dynamic company in the blueberry export industry and Fresh Produce Exporters Forum (FPEF) member, based in the Western Cape, is offering an opportunity for a driven, educated person to give them exposure as a Supply Chain Intern in the agricultural sector.

Purpose of the roleThe primary objective of this role will be to assist the Supply Chain Team in the day-to-day activities throughout the year of 2025.

Duties:

1. Post-Season Data Analysis

• Analyze and gather data for reviews and queries.
• Compile review slides and reconcile equipment stock.

1. Pre-Season Preparation

• Attend training sessions.
• Update templates and operational protocols.
• Test and update internal systems.

1. In-Season Operations

• Plan daily shipments and manage stock.
• Update internal systems and temperature data.
• Ensure correct processes and report weekly updates.
• Handle customer complaints and oversee depot operations.

1. In-Season Administration

• Issue packing instructions and verify import documents.
• Create consignments and update tracking information.
• Assist with organic applications.

1. In-Season Logistics

• Plan air, truck, and sea freight.
• Update freight sheets and track shipments.
• Maintain vessel schedules and master stock.

1. Procurement and Capacity

• Allocate consignments and prepare for sales meetings.
• Plan volumes and compile forecasts.
• Test systems and report on forecasts and performance.

Intern requirements:

• Matriculation & tertiary degree/diploma in Logistics or equivalent
• Experience in the perishable export industry (desirable)
• Driver’s license and own transport
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication skills
• Practical problem-solving skills
• Ownership and responsibility
• Planning and organising
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Ability to cope well under pressure
• Problem-solving
• Collaboration with others
• Attention to detail
• Results orientation
• Applicants must be BEE SA citizens, under the age of 30.

Remuneration: The respective organisation undertakes to provide mentorship and market-related remuneration as applicable to interns.

Start date: 1 Feb 2025