Procurement and Supply Chain Intern - Stamping, Fabrication and Raw Material

Daimler Truck North America • Portland, OR

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship supports the Procurement team in improving how raw materials are sourced, purchased, and managed across the supply chain. The intern will analyze purchasing and supplier data to identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen supplier performance, while working with procurement, supply chain, and cross-functional teams on strategic sourcing, process optimization, and continuous improvement projects.

The role offers hands-on exposure to strategic procurement, supply chain operations, data analysis, supplier performance management, lean manufacturing principles, and end-to-end supply chain operations in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment. Interns gain real-world experience contributing to procurement strategies and initiatives with measurable business impact. Interns are expected to work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. Internship positions begin each summer in May or June. A transition to a full-time position may be possible, subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

The position is based in Portland, Oregon, with a hybrid schedule of four days per week in the office and one day remote. Relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates. The hourly salary range is $21–$29, with placement based on anticipated graduation year.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program or higher at an accredited college or university, or graduated within one year of the position start date in May or June.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, and charts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Interest in procurement, sourcing, supply chain operations, and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, including comfort working with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused mindset.
• Ability to analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located at the time of application; visa sponsorship and applicants who already hold visas are not accepted.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check; a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

Nice To Haves

• Degree major in Supply Chain or a related field.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data visualization tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, or Value Stream Mapping.
• Familiarity with SAP and/or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier performance within procurement.
• Analyze raw material spend, lead times, and supplier metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support lean and process improvement initiatives, such as Kaizen events, value stream mapping, or 5S, within purchasing workflows.
• Assist in developing and refining standard operating procedures for purchase order management and inventory coordination.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to optimize the end-to-end raw material supply chain.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to support sourcing decisions.
• Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and risk mitigation strategies for critical raw materials.
• Support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs.

Benefits

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews and mock interviews.
• Housing and transportation stipend.
• Employee resource groups.
• Event ticket offering, based on corporate availability.
• Company social events.
• Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern