Supplier Management Internship

MSD; Carlow; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Ireland offers a Supplier Management Intern role in Carlow, providing exposure to cross-functional teams introducing products and materials. You will learn supplier qualification processes and contribute to supplier performance reviews.

You will review Material Packs, BOMs, and QC specifications, and help maintain supplier data in the system. Ideal candidates are pursuing a relevant degree with strong MS Office skills and teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant degree qualification.
• Knowledge of regulatory/code requirements related to Irish, European, and International Codes, Standards, and Practices.
• Strong report, standards, and policy writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Good collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a functional expert in cross-functional teams for product/material introductions at Carlow.
• Review documentation such as Material Packs, QC Test Specifications, BOMs, Supplier Qualification and Oversight.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics, participate in material review boards and quarterly reviews of key suppliers, and actively engage in cross-functional forums as needed.
• Maintain the approved supplier management list within the qualified Supplier Management system, ensuring correct setup of suppliers and materials used at Carlow.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Project Management

Document Management

Microsoft Office

Problem Identification

Process Improvements

Supplier Auditing

Education

Currently pursuing a relevant degree qualification

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Office Applications

Job description

Supplier Management Intern

At our company, we aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. We're at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. Join us in our mission to use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.

Job Description

At our company, we aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. We're at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. Join us in our mission to use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a functional expert in the cross-functional team responsible for introducing products and materials at Carlow.
• Review documentation associated with new product and material introduction, such as Material Packs, QC Test Specifications, BOMs, Supplier Qualification and Oversight.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics, participate in material review boards and quarterly reviews of key suppliers, and actively engage in cross-functional forums as needed.
• Maintain the approved supplier management list within the qualified Supplier Management system, ensuring correct setup of suppliers and materials used at Carlow.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant degree qualification
• Knowledge of regulatory/code requirements related to Irish, European, and International Codes, Standards, and Practices.
• Strong report, standards, and policy writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Good collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team to determine priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of improvement initiatives with a moderate level of guidance.
• Proven ability to drive the completion of tasks.
• Strong decision-making capability with a sense of accountability and responsibility.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

PQ20

Required Skills

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Decision Making, Document Management, Financial Acumen, Health Economics, Microsoft Applications, Office Applications, Office Management, Problem Identification, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Results-Oriented, Retention Strategies, Review Meetings, Standards Development, Supplier Auditing, Taking Initiative, Task Management {+ 8 more}

Preferred Skills

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Decision Making, Document Management, Financial Acumen, Health Economics, Microsoft Applications, Office Applications, Office Management, Problem Identification, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Results-Oriented, Retention Strategies, Review Meetings, Standards Development, Supplier Auditing, Taking Initiative, Task Management {+ 8 more}

Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

09/16/2026

Job Posting Effective Until

• A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R413005