Student Assistant / Intern at Maersk Line

Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 70,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Student Assistant / Intern

Job Requisition ID: R187171
Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

Job Description

• As a Student Assistant / Intern – Vendor Management, you will gain valuable hands-on experience supporting vendor performance management, logistics operations, supplier compliance, and data-driven decision-making.
• You will work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to the management of key logistics service providers while developing practical skills in stakeholder management, performance reporting, KPI tracking, and operational excellence.
• This internship offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation for a future career in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or Operations Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking vendor performance against agreed KPIs and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Collect, validate, and analyze vendor performance data.
• Support weekly and monthly vendor performance review meetings.
• Prepare vendor scorecards, dashboards, and performance reports.
• Monitor daily transport and logistics vendor activities.
• Follow up on operational issues, delays, and corrective actions.
• Support escalation management and issue resolution tracking.
• Maintain vendor action logs and continuous improvement plans.
• Support vendor onboarding and qualification processes.
• Ensure vendor records and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Track vendor compliance documentation, including permits, licenses, and insurance certificates.
• Prepare operational reports, presentations, and performance summaries.
• Generate KPI reports related to On-Time Delivery (OTD), Transit Time Compliance, Safety Performance, Claim Management, Capacity Utilization, and Cost Performance.
• Attend vendor meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on agreed actions.
• Support operational audits, process improvement initiatives, and SOP implementation activities.

Who We Are Looking For
Someone with:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics
  • Procurement
  • Business Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Economics
  • Or a related field
• Previous internship experience is advantageous but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of data analysis and reporting principles.
• Knowledge of supply chain and logistics concepts.
• Familiarity with Power BI is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Learning Opportunities:
Throughout the internship, you will gain practical exposure to:

• Vendor Performance Management
• Logistics and Transport Operations
• KPI Reporting and Dashboard Development
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract and Compliance Administration
• Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online