Procurement Intern

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment and energy. We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship will focus on plant operational expenditure (OPEX) procurement, providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of procurement within an industrial
setting.

          *This will be a full-time, 6-month internship, expected to begin in January 2025.*
Responsibilities:

• Help track and analyze plant OPEX spending patterns and identify potential cost-saving opportunities
• Assist in the procurement process for plant OPEX items, including identifying suppliers, requesting quotes, and comparing offers
• Develop Procurement synergies between Service Centers
• Partner closely with the Category Managers to align the negotiation strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand plant operational needs and procurement requirements
• Assist in maintaining and updating supplier databases and performance metrics
• Participate in supplier negotiations and meetings under supervision
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the procurement department
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations on procurement activities and performance
• Learn and apply relevant procurement policies, procedures, and best practices

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience in industrial procurement
• Exposure to plant operations and OPEX management
• Mentorship from experienced procurement professionals
• Opportunity to contribute to real projects and initiatives
• Networking opportunities within the organization
• Potential for future employment opportunities

• Currently pursuing, or recently completed, a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask on several concurrent projects
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Ability to work with customers and leadership in remote locations
• Communicate effectively to groups in person and over the phone
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and perseverance

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

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.