Supply Chain Intern Urgent Need

Position : Supply Chain Intern

Location : Sumter SC

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1^st Shift

Client : Medical Devices Company

Job Category : Professional

Level of Experience : Entry Level

Employment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT)

Note:

Rate of pay is 24.13

JOB DESCRIPTION

• This position represents a strong developmental opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented student to gain hands-on experience within client Supply Chain organization.
• Reporting to the Procurement / Supply Chain leadership team the Procurement Intern will support daily purchasing operations supplier coordination and data analysis activities.
• The role will contribute to improving procurement visibility operational efficiency and data accuracy through structured reporting follow-ups and process improvement initiatives.
• The intern will gain exposure to procurement systems supplier management and cross-functional collaboration while supporting key business priorities in delivery cost and service performance.

Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties Roles and/or Authorities)

• Support purchase order (PO) management activities including tracking open orders confirmations and delivery updates
• Follow up with suppliers on past-due orders and critical shortages to ensure continuity of supply
• Maintain and update procurement trackers (open PO report shortage list supplier follow-up log)
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly procurement reports including:
• On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance
• Lead time tracking
• Past due and risk analysis
• Perform data validation and cleansing activities for supplier and material master data (lead times pricing MOQs)
• Support inventory and material flow analysis by reviewing stock levels shortages and excess inventory trends
• Assist in cross-functional coordination with Planning Warehouse Quality and Finance teams to resolve supply and invoice issues
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives including:
• Converting manual processes into digital tools (Excel SharePoint)
• Standardizing reporting templates and trackers
• Documenting basic procurement procedures (SOPs)
• Support supplier performance tracking and reporting for internal reviews
• Provide general administrative and analytical support to the Procurement team as needed

Education & Experience:

This position has the following minimum educational requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field
• No prior experience required; internship or project experience in supply chain or data analysis is a plus

Basic Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic understanding of supply chain and procurement concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis formulas preferred)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured and organized manner
• Basic knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) is a plus
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn