Procurement Intern

BMI Suomi (Icopal Oy, Icopal Katto Oy, Ormax Tiilikatot); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

GAF is offering a Residential Supply Chain Procurement Internship to apply classroom knowledge to real-world procurement challenges. You will support the Procurement Team in sourcing, negotiating, and procurement of raw materials while gaining practical exposure to data analytics and procurement strategies.

The intern will join the Residential Procurement team to enhance systems and processes that bring value to customers and support GAF’s profitability.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related field with minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive).

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement processes and activities.
• Assist in the preparation of procurement contract negotiations.
• Maintain and update supplier information and procurement records.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders as needed.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality and delivery performance.
• Support data analysis and reporting of procurement activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree pursuit in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Google Slides

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Residential Supply Chain Procurement Internship

Put your classroom studies into practice in the real world and gain the experience to help determine your journey after graduation. At GAF, we’ll make sure you get going on your very first day with a comprehensive orientation into our company. In our program you will have the opportunity to own your own projects, participate in meetings, and work cross-functionally with other departments.

Job Summary

GAF is looking for a Supply Chain Procurement Intern who will support the Procurement Team in sourcing, negotiating, and procurement of Raw Materials. The intern will gain practical experience in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, data analytics, and procurement strategies.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

The intern would be responsible for joining the Residential Procurement team and working to enhance procurement systems and processes that ultimately bring value to the customer as well as supporting GAF’s profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Procurement Processes: Support the procurement team in Procurement activities.
• Assist in the preparation of Procurement contract negotiations.
• Help maintain and update supplier information and procurement records.
• Supplier Management Communicate with external suppliers and internal stakeholders, as needed
• Assist in evaluating and selecting suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery performance.
• Help resolve issues related to deliveries, invoicing, and payment discrepancies.
• Data Analysis and Reporting Assist in analyzing procurement data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Prepare reports on procurement activities and supplier performance.
• Support the team in monitoring inventory levels at plants and terminals
• Process Improvement Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Provide suggestions for improving procurement policies and procedures.
• Engagement and integration with all areas within the Supply Chain as well as other departments within the company to bring projects and assignments to successful implementation and adoption.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team.

The successful candidate must be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution, with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, without visa sponsorship now and in the future.

All GAF internship roles are paid at an hourly rate, however, there are no benefits associated with these positions.

Candidates are expected to work 37.5 hours per week over the summer.

Transportation, F-1 and HB-1 visa sponsorship will not be provided in association with these positions.

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses.

Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Hourly Rate: $20.00

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

Privacy Notice Applicant Notice With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.