Strategic Procurement Intern (12-Month Contract)
About The Position
In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program (e.g., Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Self-driven, resourceful, and has a strong work ethic to achieve goals independently and work well in groups.
Responsibilities
- Manage project qualification activities, ensuring strong project momentum, stakeholder alignment, and successful execution of project objectives.
- Review, assess, and negotiate adjustment requests and payment term changes with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Support planning and engineering teams by coordinating RFQ (Request for Quotation) requirements and project demand activities.
- Manage supplier relationships through regular performance reviews and monthly follow-ups, utilizing scorecards focused on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery (OTD), lead times, and quality metrics.
- Develop comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies and negotiation plans to support procurement objectives.
- Prepare and issue bid solicitation packages, ensuring completeness and compliance with organizational requirements.
- Coordinate supplier tender submissions and provide support for internal inquiries throughout the sourcing and evaluation process.
- Review, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and create work instructions to support operational consistency and compliance.
- Facilitate supplier onboarding and SAP vendor setup processes.
- Coordinate and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with suppliers and business partners.
- Support the preparation, review, and execution of supplier and commercial contracts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support procurement and sourcing activities.
Benefits
- The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
- You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
- Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
- An hourly rate of pay of CAD 24 - 26.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
