Global Supply Manager (GSM) Intern
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Global Supply Manager (GSM) Intern to support our supply chain, sourcing, and procurement operations. As a GSM Intern, you will play an active role in driving supplier strategies, optimizing costs, and ensuring supply chain resilience for our eVTOL aircraft and peripheral systems. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, RFx processes, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams. You will help evaluate supplier performance, analyze industry trends, and support supplier development initiatives to ensure Joby’s supply chain operates at best-in-class efficiency, cost, and quality standards. If you are a data-driven problem solver with a passion for supply chain management and technology-driven industries, we encourage you to apply!
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, SharePoint).
- Experience with RFx processes, purchasing, or procurement tools is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of SQL, Tableau, JIRA, or Confluence is a plus.
- Prior internship or work experience in supply chain, procurement, or project management is a plus.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship or work experience in supply chain, procurement, or project management is a plus
Responsibilities
- Support RFQ processes—prepare, issue, and analyze supplier proposals to negotiate optimal cost, terms, and performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Legal) to identify and qualify suppliers for key components.
- Assist in supplier contract negotiations, including NDAs, Terms & Conditions, andPurchase Price Agreements.
- Conduct benchmarking and competitive analysis to ensure Joby’s commodity pricing meets industry-leading standards.
- Work with suppliers to implement cost-reduction and value engineering initiatives.
- Monitor supplier performance using scorecards, data analysis, and business reviews.
- Assist in resolving supplier quality, delivery, and compliance issues.
- Participate in design and manufacturability reviews, providing a cost and supply chain perspective.
- Contribute to supply risk mitigation strategies, such as multi-sourcing, supplier development, and inventory buffers.
- Analyze industry trends, raw material pricing, and lead-time fluctuations to proactively identify supply risks and opportunities.
- Utilize forecasting, demand planning, and material inventory analysis to optimize supply chain resilience.
- Lead project tracking efforts, including Gantt charts, action trackers, and reporting dashboards.
- Communicate supply chain updates, cost issues, and risk assessments to stakeholders.
- Assist in developing supplier qualification plans, ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
