Procurement Intern

Ecolab; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Procurement Intern to support the IMEA toll manufacturing procurement strategy and drive cost savings across regional sourcing partners. You will work with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier bases and ensure compliant, value-driven sourcing decisions.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on experience with procurement processes, SAP, and Excel within a regional context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or related).
• Basic level of experience/knowledge in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Basic experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of the IMEA toll manufacturing procurement strategy.
• Lead toll manufacturer consolidation initiatives to optimize the supplier base and leverage regional spend.
• Identify and implement raw material and packaging optimization opportunities to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Conduct regular price reviews, validations, and approval processes to ensure pricing competitiveness and compliance.
• Collaborate with toll manufacturing partners to identify, evaluate, and qualify alternative raw material sources that improve cost competitiveness and supply security.
• Provide sourcing recommendations and guidance on procurement channels, including third-party suppliers and intercompany sourcing options.
• Partner with the Regional Tolling Manager to develop and execute strategic sourcing projects, cost-reduction initiatives, and supply continuity plans.
• Monitor supplier performance, support contract compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the toll manufacturing network.
• Support supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and governance activities to ensure alignment with procurement policies and business requirements.
• Build strong relationships with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance teams to support business objectives.

Skills

Analytical

Commercial acumen

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Procurement systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Ecolab

A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on more than a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $16 billion, employs approximately 48,000 associates and operates in more than 170 countries around the world.

The Procurement Intern will support the development and execution of the regional toll manufacturing procurement strategy across the IMEA region. This role is responsible for driving cost savings, supplier optimization, sourcing initiatives, and governance activities across a network of toll manufacturing partners. The position will work closely with the Regional Tolling Manager and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance supply resilience, standardize procurement practices, and deliver value aligned with regional business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the IMEA toll manufacturing procurement strategy.
• Lead toll manufacturer consolidation initiatives to optimize the supplier base and leverage regional spend.
• Identify and implement raw material and packaging optimization opportunities to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Conduct regular price reviews, validations, and approval processes to ensure pricing competitiveness and compliance.
• Collaborate with toll manufacturing partners to identify, evaluate, and qualify alternative raw material sources that improve cost competitiveness and supply security.
• Provide sourcing recommendations and guidance on procurement channels, including third-party suppliers and intercompany sourcing options.
• Partner with the Regional Tolling Manager to develop and execute strategic sourcing projects, cost-reduction initiatives, and supply continuity plans.
• Monitor supplier performance, support contract compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the toll manufacturing network.
• Support supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and governance activities to ensure alignment with procurement policies and business requirements.
• Build strong relationships with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance teams to support business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic level of experience/knowledge in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract manufacturing, or supply chain experience.
• Basic experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in SAP, procurement systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a regional, cross-functional environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in contract/toll manufacturing procurement within the chemical, industrial, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors.
• Knowledge of sourcing, supplier consolidation, and should-cost analysis.
• Experience working across multiple countries within the IMEA region.
• Professional procurement certification (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.