Strategic Sourcing Intern
New Berlin, WI 
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Posted 9 days ago
Job/Internship Description
Strategic Sourcing InternTake your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

ABB Drive Products is a technology leader serving industries, infrastructure and machine builders with world-class drives and softstarters. With our products, global scale and local presence, we help our customers to improve energy efficiency, productivity and safety. Our people and culture are the foundation of our success. We all together make the difference for our customers every day. The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager - Drive Products and is located in New Berlin, Wisconsin.

Your responsibilities

  • You will have an opportunity to learn Category Management and negotiation as part of the Strategic Sourcing team
  • You will evaluate and present a recommendation for the next generation actions and test best financial, and business fit for current Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
  • You will develop an efficient audit process to validate material and financial accuracy
  • Work directly with suppliers to setup and establish flow of materials in a new facility/process
  • Due to a factory transfer, you will drive plans, updates and action to balance inventory and ensure on time delivery to both sites
  • Optimize the visibility and overall efficiency of VMI, Maintenance, Repair and Operating Supplies (MRO) purchasing and indirect purchasing process
  • Mentoring and networking opportunities
  • Personal and professional development programing will be offered to all interns. This programing will include global and local sessions
Your background

  • Currently enrolled in a degree program in the US
  • Must be currently authorized to work for ABB in the US
  • Self-starter; you will be empowered to ensure this program is on track and personal responsibility is required
  • Familiarity and comfort using Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the work site is the responsibility of the intern
  • Desire to be on the manufacturing floor and interact with the manufacturing process
  • Knowledge of SAP, prior experience is helpful
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
More about us

We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.


Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABB Inc.

ABB Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:

http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

 

Position Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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