Indirect Sourcing Intern

Description

Our growing company is searching for experienced and interested candidates for the position of supply chain internship. Thank you in advance for looking at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. 

Co-op Term: January 2027 – April 2027

Our growing company is searching for experienced and interested candidates for the position of supply chain internship. Thank you in advance for looking at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.

Job Description:

The supply chain Intern will be responsible for assisting the team in various activities including project management, process improvement, and master data analysis.  This role will provide the opportunity to gain practical experience in sourcing, operations, and finance, with a focus on project management. Working with a dynamic team and contributing to important projects & initiatives.

Responsibilities: 

1. Own the supplier onboarding process to collect supplier primary business information and work with Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM) specialist through Purchase Order (PO) issuance.
2. Collaborate with Accounts Payable (AP) team to investigate and resolve supplier invoicing gaps leveraging automation tools to ensure timely resolution and supplier satisfaction.
3. Assist the project lead in monitoring project timelines and following up on key actions associated with the 2027 Project Portfolio to ensure timely execution.
4. Gain exposure to sourcing finance activities by supporting project funding requirements, maintaining payment card usage dashboards, and assisting with supplier-level budgeting.
5. Support the supply chain team in maintaining and improving supplier databases. Analyze, segment, and interpret supplier master data for actionable improvements.
6. Gather, analyze, and interpret procurement data to generate meaningful insights, support business decisions and recommend process improvements.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives within the supply chain function and across the broader organization.
8. Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing procurement policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to promote efficiency and compliance.
9. Perform other duties assigned by the Sr. Sourcing Manager.

Qualifications: 

• Completed or working towards a college degree, preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management or related fields. Engineering, technical, and graduate students looking for business operations experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 products, particularly Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis) and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of ERP, sourcing and procurement principles and best practices is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment and take on the most effective role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous internship or related experience in any supply-chain domain is a plus.