Procurement Intern

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to support the Procurement and Supply Chain team in daily purchasing and supplier management activities. The intern will gain hands-on experience in sourcing, supplier coordination, RFQ management, purchase order processing, cost analysis, and procurement operations while contributing to business objectives and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Support

• Assist in preparing and issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to suppliers.

• Support the evaluation and comparison of supplier quotations.

• Follow up with suppliers on quotations, delivery schedules, and documentation.

• Assist buyers in procurement activities for projects and operational requirements.

Supplier Management

• Maintain and update supplier databases and records.

• Support supplier onboarding and qualification activities.

• Assist in gathering supplier documentation such as certifications, registrations, and compliance records.

• Monitor supplier performance indicators and delivery commitments.

Purchase Order Administration

• Assist in creating and processing purchase orders in ERP systems.

• Track order status and delivery schedules.

• Verify procurement documentation and ensure records are properly maintained.

• Support invoice matching and payment follow-up activities.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare procurement reports and spend analysis.

• Support cost benchmarking and market research activities.

• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Maintain procurement trackers and dashboards.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding procurement requirements.

• Support project teams in obtaining procurement-related information.

• Participate in procurement and supplier meetings when required.

Requirements

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Procurement
  • Business Administration
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Logistics Management
  • Or related disciplines

Skills & Competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Strong willingness to learn procurement and supply chain processes.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

• Knowledge of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain concepts.

• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools is an advantage.

Learning Opportunities

During the internship, the candidate will gain exposure to:

• Strategic Sourcing

• Supplier Relationship Management

• Contract and Commercial Management

• Procurement Analytics

• Cost Reduction Initiatives

• Purchase Order Management

• Project Procurement

• Supply Chain Operations

• ERP Systems and Procurement Tools

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of assigned procurement tasks.

• Accuracy of procurement documentation and records.

• Responsiveness in supplier follow-up activities.

• Quality of spend analysis and reporting.

• Adherence to procurement processes and compliance requirements.

What We Offer

• Practical exposure to end-to-end procurement processes.

• Opportunity to work with experienced procurement professionals.

• Hands-on experience with sourcing and supplier management.

• Professional development and mentoring.

• Exposure to real business and project procurement activities.

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• €40 billion global revenue

• +9% organic growth

• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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