Procurement Intern

Job Description

Interning as Procurement Intern you will:

- Responsible for supporting strategic and operational objectives for the sourcing & procurement function with key activities including but not limited to sourcing contracting risk and performance management.

- Implement sourcing & procurement efforts and execute tactical procurement processes.

- Serve as a resource regarding processes procedures and systems for sourcing & procurement hub.

- Support selection of variety of suppliers and ensure that all legal compliance and contract requirements are met.

- Manage relationships with internal stakeholders in the region as well as third party providers.

- Educate internal stakeholders about sourcing processes and strategy.

- Participate in contract renewals and negotiations

- Work with multiple procurement category teams globally to ensure alignment and compliance with category strategy.

What should you know / have:

- You should have knowledge of MS Office Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook etc.

- You shall be detail oriented and precise.

- You should be a good team player and have ability to work independently with a passion to solve problems and a drive for results.

- You should be fluent in English language.

- Any additional language (Japanese Korean etc.) is an advantage.

What will you do / learn:

- Negotiation skills

- Strategic sourcing processes

- Stakeholder management

- Contracting process

- Compliance and risk management

- Opportunity to work in a global and diverse team

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

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