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Your role

What you will do:

The purpose of this position is to assist the Purchasing department with assignments specific to the strategic sourcing (commodity) function.

Duration:

• The assignment will begin in August 2024 and continue through August 2026.
• On mutual agreement, the assignment may continue into the next term on a part-time basis through the two-year time frame.

The function focuses on the following business areas:

• Sub-commodity strategy development and alignment with stakeholders.
• Sub commodity strategy communication and approvals including implementation road map.
• Share the best practices across commodities and products.
• Manage material productivity pipeline aligned with business needs.
• Project targets (Quality, Delivery, Cost).
• Product cost road map and material productivity pipeline development.
• Supplier risk management including agreements sign-off to secure the business.
• Early Supplier Involvement and supplier innovation proposal (process and products).
• Raw material forecast and actual implementations.
• Lead Business Review Meetings with suppliers specific to business/projects/technology.

Core Responsibilities:

• Working with strategic sourcing/commodity managers to support data management. Activities such as data validation, and data integrity present improvement areas.
• Learn and develop a “strategy development process” under the guidance of the commodity manager.
• RFQ (Request for Quotation)/order management/Part follow-up for key projects.
• Entry-level Purchasing activities with task-oriented assignments guided by commodity managers.
• General assistance Purchasing Strategic Sourcing team on a need basis.
• Support Project managers for project specifics/internal and external follow-ups.
• Daily networking and learning opportunities with broad exposure to cross-functional stakeholders to understand critical business needs and support.
• Interface both verbally and in written format with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Act as a backup of purchasing buyers on a need basis.

About you

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Student must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Business Management (other degrees will also be considered), at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours before the start of the internship.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75

Knowledge / Skills / Traits:

• Communication- The ability to communicate information well is desired.
• Inquisitive- Not afraid to ask bold questions and be curious (internal/external).
• Passionate to learn and proactive to adapt to new tasks.
• Ability to embrace online tools and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical & reporting skills including basic technical understanding.
• Ability to gather, analyze and present scientific information.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Innovative and think out of the box.
• Integrity, Trust and team player.
• Self-directed and highly motivated individual.
• Perseverance & Time Management.

Compensation & benefits 

The compensation for the role will range from $16.00 to $46.00 per hour.

They offer the following benefits to interns & co-ops:

• Housing assistance.
• Countless career opportunities.
• Internal mobility across their global organization.
• Training and personal development.

Training & development

Throughout the internship, you'll develop practical skills in strategic sourcing and commodity management, including data management and supplier relationship building. Gain experience in project support, cross-functional collaboration, and understanding critical business needs, preparing you for a career in procurement and supply chain management.

Career progression

The Volvo Group's intern career progression is a dynamic odyssey, weaving together hands-on immersion, mentorship from industry leaders, & collaboration across disciplines. This holistic method cultivates technical expertise, fosters crucial connections, & lays the foundation for future roles. This evolution fuels growth, innovation, & a seamless transition from intern to valued Volvo Group contributor, unlocking a world of boundless prospects.

Sources

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• volvogroup.com/en/careers/job-openings.html
• volvogroup.com/en/careers/working-at-Volvo-group.html
• youtube.com/@VolvoGroupVideos