Indirect & Logistics Procurement Intern
Procurement Internship
What you will do
The US Procurement organization is seeking a summer intern to join the Procurement team to support the development and execution of critical supplier strategies. This internship will include the opportunity to get visibility to many facets of procurement as well as exposure to other functions including supply chain, transportation, and operations. This is a great chance for a team-oriented student to see the innerworkings of a world class procurement organization.
How you will do it
Support the Procurement team by developing a supplier database.
Identify suppliers per product category
Identify spend associated with supplier.
Support RFQ (request for quote) initiative
Gather historical data on product category/mode of transportation
Map current process
Create RFQ packages
Release RFQ
Create playbooks for the negotiations
Support with implementation
Update rate addendums as needed
Implement Delegation Of Authority (DOA) process
Track and monitor vendor spend
Ensure spend is in compliance with the DOA
Establish the cadence of the reviews and ensure participation from key stakeholders
Manage the business review process and establish master schedule
Ensure rates and pricing are up to date on any used platform ( i.e. SAP, BES, MFG, TMC’s portal, etc.)
Other duties as assigned.
What we look for
Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
Pursuing a degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to consolidate, organize and analyze data
Ability to manage time efficiently and balance competing priorities
Familiar with Microsoft Office tools
Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated and able to articulate when hit a roadblock in progress
Able to work well within a team, as well as work independently on projects
Minimum Junior status in Winter 2022 preferred
U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.
Available to work up to 32 hours per week in the summer
Available during normal daytime office hours as agreed with supervisor
Working Arrangements:
- This internship is remote for summer 2022 (there will be opportunities to work out of our Glendale, WI Corporate HQ office as well on a hybrid schedule)
- Interns must have a quiet workspace away from interruptions with adequate internet access
- Be able to maintain regular contact with the supervisor/team via virtual methods such as video call, phone call, email and instant messenger
- Willingness to work independently and with a team
- Willingness to take direction from direct manager and senior members of staff
Who we are
Clarios is a world leader in advanced energy storage solutions. We partner with our customers to meet increasing market demand for smarter applications, on a global scale. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture and distribute a portfolio of evolving battery technologies for virtually every type of vehicle. Technologies that deliver uniquely sustainable, next-generation performance, and bring reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We add value at every link in the supply chain, contributing to the progress of the communities we serve and the planet we all share. Learn more about Clarios at www.clarios.com.
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Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.