Global Supplier Management Group – Direct Procurement Co-op

MSD

. Support strategic and operating objectives for procurement, including product sourcing, supply risk management, supplier performance improvement, cost reduction, supplier diversity development, working capital improvement, and supplier relationship management .

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and financial analysis, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilizing data analytics tools for informed decision-making.

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Procurement StrategiesSupplier Relationship ManagementFinancial AnalysisData Analytics ToolsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Cost ReductionMarket AnalysisQuotation AnalysisRisk AssessmentFinancial ReportingData CollectionCost ModelingSupplier Performance MonitoringCompliance AssessmentsBudget Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsFlexibilityAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Office SuitePower BIQlikSharePointMS TeamsYammer

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementPharmaceutical IndustryFortune 500 ExperienceMarket ResearchSupplier Diversity Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support strategic and operating objectives for procurement, including 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
Gather market intelligence and prepare strategic analyses
Support pre-negotiation planning and participate in supplier negotiations
Create and execute RFIs, RFPs, and e-auctions
Conduct quotation analysis and cost modeling
Perform financial solvency analysis and risk assessments
Support FCPA verification and other compliance/due diligence assessments
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues
Support budget planning and ongoing spend, savings, and compliance metrics reporting
Support supplier selection and ensure savings and service levels
Maintain financial reporting and management systems, including SAP
Develop risk mitigation plans within the supply base
Participate in category teams and contribute to cost-reduction strategies
Share high-quality work and 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; or currently enrolled in an MBA program
Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully on cross-functional teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear and concise presentations
Sensitivity to cultural differences in communication
Experience with SharePoint and Enterprise social media, specifically Yammer
Familiarity with business communication, marketing and/or journalism principles
Strong data collection, analysis and reporting skills
Excellent project management skills
Ability to work independently with flexibility and adaptability in ambiguous and dynamic situations
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Demonstrated excellent academic achievement
Preferred: GPA 3.0
Preferred: Prior pharmaceutical industry or Fortune 500 company experience
Preferred: Two or more internships or co-ops
Preferred: Experience with MS Teams, SharePoint, or similar collaboration websites
Preferred: Experience with Power BI, Qlik, or other data analytics/visualization tools
Preferred: Experience using Excel to manage large data sets
Preferred: Knowledge of data collection methods such as polls, focus groups, and surveys
No visa sponsorship
Valid driving license not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Cooperative education opportunity lasting up to 6 months
Hybrid work arrangement
Professional development and career development opportunities
Opportunity to collaborate with global colleagues
No travel required
No relocation