Purchasing Intern - Spring 2022
Are you a highly motivated, innovative student looking to gain career-building experience in purchasing and make an impact at a leading global organization?
If yes, you could be a great fit for Henkel’s internship opportunities.
YOUR ROLE
As a Henkel Intern, you will play an integral part of our team, while gaining real-world experience and a comprehensive understanding of various finance functions within a global organization. Your role will include:
- Assisting in global sourcing and procurement of materials, to provide uninterrupted supply with best cost, optimal quality, and desired lead time
- Running market surveys and bench marking exercises to explore new suppliers and technologies
- Co-developing category strategy including implementation and delivery
- Supporting supplier's consolidation and compliance strategy
In addition to the job functions of your assigned department, you will also develop your professional skillset through:
- Exciting projects that allow you to make real impact and collaborate with Henkel colleagues worldwide
- Countless learning opportunities available through Henkel’s online learning platform with over 9,000 courses
- Weekly networking events with Henkel business unit leaders, diversity and inclusion experts and sustainability ambassadors
- Ongoing feedback discussions that allow you to accomplish concrete goals
YOUR SKILLS
- Ambitious undergraduate or graduate level Business, Engineering or Supply Chain student 3.2 GPA or higher Ability to multi-task, work independently with minimal supervision
- Good analytical, presentation, communication and influencing skills
- Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret complex documents
- Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations, requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills
- Knowledge in contract administration, contract negotiation and procurement management is a plus
- Ability to work with data, analyze data run reports