Future Talent Program – Global Supplier Management Group, Indirect Procurement, Co-op

MSD

. Support strategic and operating objectives for the procurement function .

Posted 10/28/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $39,908 - $111,111 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in data analysis, financial reporting, and utilizing procurement tools to drive cost reduction and supplier performance improvement.

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Procurement ProcessesSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalysisFinancial ReportingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Cost ReductionSupplier Performance ImprovementMarket AnalysisContract NegotiationRisk AssessmentFinancial AnalysisSourcing StrategiesPurchase Price AnalysisSupplier Diversity DevelopmentWorking Capital Improvement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsFlexibilityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Office SuiteExcelPowerPointWordSharePointTeamsYammerTIBCO SpotfireElectronic Procurement Processes

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementPharmaceutical IndustryFortune 500 ExperienceBusiness Partner Code of ConductFCPA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support strategic and operating objectives for the procurement function
Conduct product sourcing, supply risk management, supplier performance improvement, cost reduction, supplier diversity development, working capital improvement, and supplier relationship management
Work with Legal, Finance, Procure-to-Pay, internal stakeholders, and external suppliers
Conduct detailed market, supplier, and supply market analyses
Implement procurement efforts and execute tactical procurement processes
Serve as a resource regarding procurement processes, procedures, and systems
Support supplier selection to ensure savings and service levels
Ensure legal contract requirements are met
Manage external relationships and implement contract negotiations, supplier communications, and procedure modifications
Enforce Global Procurement policies and procedures using data-driven business cases
Construct cost models and purchase price analyses
Monitor supplier performance, investigate root causes, manage issues, and assess and mitigate risk
Conduct strategic project analysis and develop sourcing options and opportunities
Prepare monthly financial analysis and reporting for category spend, savings, compliance, and other metrics
Support annual budget and profit planning at the global category level
Maintain financial reporting and management systems, including SAP, with current data
Create pre-negotiation plans, participate in supplier negotiations, conduct post-negotiation debriefs, and manage follow-through plans
Create and execute RFIs, RFPs, and e-auctions using electronic procurement processes
Conduct financial solvency, FCPA, and Business Partner Code of Conduct risk assessments
Establish supply-base risk mitigation plans
Participate in category teams and contribute to cost-reduction strategies
Generate high-quality work and share learnings with GSMG colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently in sophomore or junior level curriculum
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Market Research, Communications, or a science-related discipline
Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully on cross-functional teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to make clear and concise presentations
Sensitivity to cultural differences in communication
Strong data collection, analysis, and reporting skills
Excellent project management skills
Ability to work independently with flexibility and adaptability in ambiguous and dynamic situations
Quick learner motivated to cultivate technical, business, and commercial skills
Experience with SharePoint and Enterprise Social Media, specifically Teams and Yammer
Familiarity with business communication, marketing, and/or journalism principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Demonstrated excellent academic achievement
No visa sponsorship available
Prior pharmaceutical industry or Fortune 500 company experience preferred
Experience with SharePoint or similar collaboration websites preferred
Experience with TIBCO Spotfire or other data analytics/visualization tools preferred
Experience using Excel to manage large data sets preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Cooperative (Co-op) education opportunity lasting up to 6 months
Development opportunities
Opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues while developing and expanding career
Hybrid work arrangement
No travel required
No relocation required