Supply Chain (Global Sourcing) Intern

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.•Lake Mary, FL

About The Position

Support supply chain operations by assisting with day-to-day project activities and procurement efforts. This role provides hands-on exposure to the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, issuing RFQs, managing purchase orders, and coordinating with vendors. The position works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to help ensure project schedules are met while maintaining a strong focus on quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery of materials and equipment.

Requirements

Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain processes or interest in learning.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Responsibilities

Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Quote (RFQ) for procurements.
Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to build a qualified supplier base.
Review sourcing data to support business decisions and strategic direction.
Evaluate supplier proposals and assist with contract negotiations within scope and budget.
Monitor contracts to ensure vendor compliance with requirements.
Collaborate with quality and vendors to resolve issues with defective or nonconforming goods or services.
Track and evaluate supplier performance including quality, delivery, and reliability.
Support development of long-term supplier agreements.
Assist with major procurement activities including capital equipment and project sourcing.
Maintain accurate procurement records (costs, delivery, quality, performance).
Support management in achieving organizational goals and project milestones.