Global Sourcing Intern

Oatey Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Global Sourcing Intern at Oatey will work with Sourcing personnel at all levels, splitting time between Direct and Indirect Sourcing activities. You will communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders, support negotiations, supplier management, and cost savings projects, and gain exposure to all functions within Oatey.

The program emphasizes mentorship, development, and networking, with a 12‑week structure designed to foster growth and potential post‑graduation

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or related field
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated high initiative
• High competency with the Microsoft Office suite of products

Responsibilities

• Support administrative tasks including, but not limited to, New Item Set‑up Sheets, Quality Feedback management, Trade Agreements updates, Purchase requisition support and Purchase Order creation
• Collect and analyze spend data that will be used to help Sourcing improve reporting
• Organize data for Direct and Indirect RFQ projects
• Review Direct and Indirect Sourcing processes and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and oral

Demonstrated high initiative

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

20600 Emerald Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

2027 Oatey Summer Internship Program – The Oatey Intern Experience

Interested in an internship with challenging projects, high visibility, professional networking, development, and fun?

Oatey is currently seeking college students for the summer of 2027 to join our award-winning program: The Oatey Intern Experience. Oatey offers a 12-week summer internship that will expose you to meaningful work and exceed your expectations. You will be a part of a diverse, collaborative team environment yet experience your own personal and individual growth. Our interns deliver excellence through high engagement and performance, which is why we often hire them post‑graduation*.

• Based on outstanding performance and organizational needs

What We're Looking For…

The Oatey Intern Experience supports our growing organization by attracting talented students to develop them into future leaders. It is unique with one‑on‑one mentorship, developmental feedback and coaching, lunch series, engaging networking events and weekly forums. You will work closely with experts to develop your skills and gain valuable insight in your chosen career field. Additionally, you will have exposure to all leadership levels of Oatey. Lastly, you will have a great time networking with other interns and forge lasting relationships.

Oatey offers a vigorous program that includes:

Learning and Development

• Peer Mentoring
• Challenging Team Projects
• Community Involvement

Global Sourcing Intern Position Summary

The Global Sourcing Intern will work directly with Sourcing personnel at all levels within Oatey’s org structure. Time will be divided between Direct Sourcing and Indirect Sourcing activities and projects. While working in this role the individual will be expected to communicate effectively in person, through email and over the phone, interacting with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders. The position is designed to support negotiations, supplier management and cost savings projects. These activities will provide exposure to all functional departments within Oatey and give the individual a thorough overview of the Sourcing function.

Expectations & Accountabilities…

• Support administrative tasks including, but not limited to, New Item Set‑up Sheets, Quality Feedback management, Trade Agreements updates, Purchase requisition support and Purchase Order creation
• Collect and analyze spend data that will be used to help Sourcing improve reporting
• Organize data for Direct and Indirect RFQ projects
• Review Direct and Indirect Sourcing processes and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need To Be Successful…

• Education and Certification: Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or related field
• Strong analytical skills
• High competency level with the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated high initiative

Compensation Range for the Position:

$20.00 USDHourly

Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position:

N/A

* Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career.