Procurement Intern

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Singapore; On-site; SGD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme is seeking a Procurement Intern in Singapore to help drive strategic and operational objectives in procurement. The role includes supporting sourcing tasks, managing relationships with stakeholders, and educating colleagues about procurement processes.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, proficiency in MS Office, and a passion for results. This is a valuable opportunity to gain experience in a global organization with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and precise.
• Good team player with ability to work independently.
• Fluent in English; any additional language (Japanese, Korean) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing & procurement function.
• Implement procurement processes and manage supplier relationships.
• Educate stakeholders about sourcing processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Adaptability

Procurement

Data Analysis

Project Management

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Job Description

Interning as Procurement Intern you will:

• Responsible for supporting strategic and operational objectives for the sourcing & procurement function with key activities including, but not limited to sourcing, contracting, risk and performance management.
• Implement sourcing & procurement efforts and execute tactical procurement processes.
• Serve as a resource regarding processes, procedures, and systems for sourcing & procurement hub.
• Support selection of variety of suppliers and ensure that all legal, compliance and contract requirements are met.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders in the region as well as third party providers.
• Educate internal stakeholders about sourcing processes and strategy.
• Participate in contract renewals and negotiations.
• Work with multiple procurement category teams globally to ensure alignment and compliance with category strategy.

What should you know / have

• You should have knowledge of MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook etc.
• You shall be detail oriented and precise.
• You should be a good team player and have ability to work independently with a passion to solve problems and a drive for results.
• You should be fluent in English language.
• Any additional language (Japanese, Korean, etc.) is an advantage.

What will you do / learn

• Negotiation skills
• Strategic sourcing processes
• Stakeholder management
• Contracting process
• Compliance and risk management
• Opportunity to work in a global and diverse team

Required Skills

• Adaptability
• APICS CPIM
• Category Strategy
• Clinical Supply Chain Management
• Contract Compliance
• Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
• Contract Management
• Contract Requirements
• Cross-Cultural Teams
• Data Analysis
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Inventory Control Management
• Negotiation
• Operational Procurement
• Outsourcing
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Procurement
• Production Planning
• Project Management
• Strategic Procurement
• Strategic Sourcing Methodology
• Supply Chain Metrics
• Supply Chain Processes
• Supply Chain Sourcing

Preferred Skills

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Other Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: Not specified
• VISA Sponsorship: Not specified
• Travel Requirements: Not specified
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
• Shift: Not specified
• Valid Driving License: Not specified
• Hazardous Material(s): Not specified
• Job Posting End Date: 05/28/2026

Note: This posting is no longer accepting applications as of the listed end date.