Supply Chain Procurement Internship – Fall 2027

This is a hybrid internship based in Perrysburg Ohio. Interns are expected to work on-site Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays to maximize collaboration mentorship and exposure to the business with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules. 

What Youll Gain: 

This internship offers handson exposure to strategic sourcing in a global manufacturing environment mentorship from experienced procurement professionals and real ownership of cost and supplier will lead assign projects collaborate directly with suppliers and plant stakeholders analyze spending and sourcing opportunities and help drive measurable business results.

• Fundamentals of strategic sourcing and category management
• Exposure to cost analysis supplier evaluation and process improvement 
• Opportunities to travel to O-I manufacturing plants tour operations and see firsthand how procurement supports production
• Hands-on experience with enterprise procurement systems and real-world sourcing processes
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with operations logistics finance and supplier partners
• How to effectively partner with Procurement Operations to execute sourcing decisions resolve purchasing issues and support business needs
• How to work in a fast-paced corporate environment
• How O-Is corporate behaviors Speak Up Solve It Kill Waste and Back Each Other guide our daily activities
• Time management and prioritization skills

About the Role

The Procurement Intern will collaborate with an assigned Procurement Specialist to gain handson exposure to the endtoend strategic sourcing lifecycle. You will support real procurement initiatives while learning how sourcing decisions impact manufacturing operations across North America.

Examples of what you will work on include: 

• Support costsaving and supplier optimization initiatives

• Assisting with data analysis reporting and sourcing documentation
• Communicate and coordinate with suppliers and plant stakeholders to support sourcing initiatives resolve issues and ensure business needs are met

• Help track RFx activities supplier information and contract data
• Shadow experienced Procurement professionals to gain exposure to supplier negotiations relationship management and strategic decision-making in a global manufacturing environment
• Participate in crossfunctional discussions with Operations Finance and Engineering

Why This Internship

This internship offers handson procurement experience within a global manufacturing company headquartered in Perrysburg Ohio. Interns gain meaningful exposure to real sourcing initiatives mentorship from experienced professionals and insight into career paths within supply chain and procurement. Successful interns may be considered for future internship or entrylevel opportunities based on business needs and performance.

Qualifications :

Skills and Attributes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Organized and flexible work style with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a fastpaced corporate environment
• Selfmotivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Strong attention to detail
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines 

Education and Eligibility

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Supply Chain Management Business Operations Engineering or a related field
• Prior internship coop or relevant academic project experience preferred
• Interest in strategic sourcing concepts such as RFx processes supplier research spend analysis and costsaving initiatives
• Interest in supplier interactions and analytical concepts with the ability to support activities under guidance
• Strong interest in developing analytical and problemsolving skills including basic cost or total cost of ownership (TCO) concepts
• Military experience considered particularly where it demonstrates leadership structure analytical thinking or problemsolving skill

Additional Information :

What we offer at O-I

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity for future growth and advancement
• Supportive teams to help you grow and learn new skills

Are you an innovator a problem-solver and someone who thrives on challenges Do you play to win and want to make a real impact
If this sounds like you dont waitapply today and take the first step toward an exciting future!

This is an opportunity to help build something from the ground up by creating new experiences and fostering a team culture where you can shine. 

If you are smart passionate innovative culturally open curious and collaborative wed like to hear from you.

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EOE guidelines. 

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please contact O-I let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern