Indirect Sourcing Intern

INNIO Group; Welland; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

INNIO Group in Canada is seeking a supply chain intern for a January 2027 – April 2027 co-op term. You will support project management, process improvement, and master data analysis while gaining exposure to sourcing, operations, and finance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance procurement processes, supplier onboarding, and policy development, contributing to the 2027 Project Portfolio and CI initiatives.

Qualifications

• College degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient with Microsoft Office 365, especially Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis) and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with ERP, sourcing and procurement principles is a plus.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and take on responsibility.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous internship or related experience in supply-chain domain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the supplier onboarding process to collect supplier primary business information and work with Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM) specialist through Purchase Order (PO) issuance.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable (AP) team to investigate and resolve supplier invoicing gaps leveraging automation tools to ensure timely resolution and supplier satisfaction.
• Assist the project lead in monitoring project timelines and following up on key actions associated with the 2027 Project Portfolio to ensure timely execution.
• Gain exposure to sourcing finance activities by supporting project funding requirements, maintaining payment card usage dashboards, and assisting with supplier-level budgeting.
• Support the supply chain team in maintaining and improving supplier databases. Analyze, segment, and interpret supplier master data for actionable improvements.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret procurement data to generate meaningful insights, support business decisions and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives within the supply chain function and across the broader organization.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing procurement policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to promote efficiency and compliance.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Sr. Sourcing Manager.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot Tables

XLOOKUP

SUMIFS

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office 365

Education

College degree in Business or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our growing company is searching for experienced and interested candidates for the position of supply chain internship. Thank you in advance for looking at the list of responsibilities and qualifications.

Co-op Term: January 2027 – April 2027

Our growing company is searching for experienced and interested candidates for the position of supply chain internship. Thank you in advance for looking at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.

Job Description

The supply chain Intern will be responsible for assisting the team in various activities including project management, process improvement, and master data analysis. This role will provide the opportunity to gain practical experience in sourcing, operations, and finance, with a focus on project management. Working with a dynamic team and contributing to important projects & initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own the supplier onboarding process to collect supplier primary business information and work with Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLM) specialist through Purchase Order (PO) issuance.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable (AP) team to investigate and resolve supplier invoicing gaps leveraging automation tools to ensure timely resolution and supplier satisfaction.
• Assist the project lead in monitoring project timelines and following up on key actions associated with the 2027 Project Portfolio to ensure timely execution.
• Gain exposure to sourcing finance activities by supporting project funding requirements, maintaining payment card usage dashboards, and assisting with supplier-level budgeting.
• Support the supply chain team in maintaining and improving supplier databases. Analyze, segment, and interpret supplier master data for actionable improvements.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret procurement data to generate meaningful insights, support business decisions and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives within the supply chain function and across the broader organization.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and implementing procurement policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to promote efficiency and compliance.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Sr. Sourcing Manager.

Qualifications

• Completed or working towards a college degree, preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management or related fields. Engineering, technical, and graduate students looking for business operations experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 products, particularly Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis) and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of ERP, sourcing and procurement principles and best practices is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment and take on the most effective role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Previous internship or related experience in any supply-chain domain is a plus.