Procurement intern

Schneider Electric; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a Plant Procurement Intern to support daily purchasing at the Querétaro campus. You will help ensure material availability, analyze spend data, and maintain procurement records while collaborating with production, quality, and supply chain teams.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with ERP systems, supplier management, and cost-saving initiatives in a fast-paced industrial environment. 100% on-site opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Interest in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain management.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action.
• Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the procurement team with daily purchasing activities and follow-up on purchase orders.
• Analyze procurement and spend data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Help maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documents.
• Lead on-time payment initiatives for the campus direct procurement supply-base.
• Collaborate with Plant Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Participate in cost-saving and supplier performance initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s in Business

Bachelor’s in Operations

Tools

Excel

SAP/Oracle ERP

Job description

What will you do?

• Your Impactful Responsibilities
  As a Plant Procurement Intern, you will support the day-to-day procurement of our manufacturing plant, gaining hands-on experience in supply chain, sourcing, and plant operations. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring the availability of materials, cost competitiveness, and smooth production flow.

  Your key responsibilities will include:
  Support the procurement team with daily purchasing activities and follow-up on purchase orders.
  Analyze procurement and spend data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
  Help maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documents
  MRBR: Lead and achieve the on-time payment for the direct procurement supply-base of the campus and actively look for resolution of any issues related to it.
  Collaborate closely with the plant Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
  Participate in cost-saving, supplier performance, and continuous improvement initiatives
  Learn and apply procurement processes, systems, and compliance standards

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?

• This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in supply chain and manufacturing environments.

  Key skills and capabilities for success:
  Strong analytical and organizational skills
  Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
  Clear written and verbal communication skills
  Collaborative mindset and willingness to work cross-functionally
  Curiosity, initiative, and a continuous learning attitude
  Basic proficiency in Excel and any Microsoft Office apps.
  Comfort working with data and data mining.
  Basic knowledge of Incoterms and their application.
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
  Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field
  Interest in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain management
  Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action
  Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced industrial environment

What's in it for you?

• This internship offers meaningful exposure to real-world procurement, helping you build a strong foundation for a career in supply chain or operations.
• What you’ll gain:
  Hands-on experience in plant procurement and supply chain operations
  Practical exposure to ERP systems, purchasing processes, and supplier management
  Mentorship from experienced procurement and plant professionals
  Opportunities to develop analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  Insight into manufacturing and industrial supply chains
  A potential talent pipeline for future full-time opportunities

Who will you report to?

• You will report directly to the Plant Procurement Manager and work closely with the plant procurement and operations team.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Qualifications for Your Success
  Successful interns typically bring strong academic foundations, curiosity, and a desire to apply theory in a real operational environment.
  Qualifications that support success:
  Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field
  Interest in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain management
  Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action
  Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced industrial environment

*Location: QUERÉTARO 1; Avenida Vesta No 23 y 25, Vesta Park Queretaro, Municipio Colón, C.P. 76295, Queretaro.

*100% on site.

*Morning availability.

Preferred / adjacent qualifications (nice to have):
Previous internship or coursework related to supply chain or operations
Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Understanding of basic procurement or manufacturing concepts
Ability to work onsite in a plant environment

Rewards designed for you

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.

* Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.

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We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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