Hybrid Tech Procurement Co-op: Global Sourcing & Analytics

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ offers a Technology Procurement Co-op as part of the Future Talent Program.

This co‑op provides hands-on exposure to procurement, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration with IT, Finance, Legal, Security, and business stakeholders. As a co-op, you will learn strategic sourcing, data analysis, and contract management while contributing to supplier relationships and spend management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Analytics, or any related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support technology sourcing and procurement initiatives across software, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and professional services categories.
• Assist with supplier and contract analysis, including pricing comparisons, market research, and benchmarking.
• Analyze spending data to identify savings opportunities, supplier consolidation potential, and process improvements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and executive summaries for procurement leadership.
• Participate in supplier meetings and support stakeholder engagement activities.
• Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives and digital capability projects.
• Support contract lifecycle and procurement workflow management activities.
• Research emerging technology market trends and supplier innovations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Teams

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Automation awareness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Business

Supply Chain Management

Finance

Information Systems

Engineering

Data Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel analytics

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ offers a Technology Procurement Co-op as part of the Future Talent Program.

This co‑op provides hands-on exposure to procurement, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration with IT, Finance, Legal, Security, and business stakeholders. As a co-op, you will learn strategic sourcing, data analysis, and contract management while contributing to supplier relationships and spend management.