Manufacturing Sourcing Intern — Data-Driven & Flexible Hours

NWU; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible hours

ERGs mentorship

Networking events

Professional development workshops

Project showcases

Job summary

NWU is seeking a sourcing intern in Scottsdale to support external manufacturing supplier management and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will help coordinate RFQ activities, analyze quotes, and prepare evaluation packages while collaborating with multiple internal teams.

The role offers flexible hours, hands‑on projects, and opportunities to develop professional skills in procurement, finance, and operations, with a clear path to future full‑time roles.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting is a plus.
• Basic understanding of supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or manufacturing processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing managers in managing external manufacturing suppliers and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Coordinate and track RFQ activities, including supplier communications, quotation collection, cost comparisons, and data analysis.
• Assist in preparing supplier evaluation and sourcing recommendation packages.
• Maintain supplier databases, pricing records, contracts, and sourcing documentation.
• Analyze supplier quotes, cost structures, lead times, and capacity information.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to support sourcing projects.
• Support supplier onboarding, performance tracking, and continuous improvement activities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for sourcing and business reviews.
• Participate in supplier meetings and document action items and follow‑up activities.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify supply chain opportunities and risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Data analysis

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

NWU is seeking a sourcing intern in Scottsdale to support external manufacturing supplier management and strategic sourcing initiatives. You will help coordinate RFQ activities, analyze quotes, and prepare evaluation packages while collaborating with multiple internal teams.

The role offers flexible hours, hands‑on projects, and opportunities to develop professional skills in procurement, finance, and operations, with a clear path to future full‑time roles.