Procurement Intern: Data Analytics & Sourcing (Hybrid)

Charter Manufacturing Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing Company invites applications for a Purchasing Internship in Cleveland, OH. You will gain hands-on experience across the procurement lifecycle, supporting strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, RFPs, and spend analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The program offers part-time hours during the academic year (15-20 hours/week) and full-time during the summer (40 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field with current Sophomore status.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage the open order process, including supplier communication and follow-up to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Prepare, analyze, and support the execution of Requests for Proposal (RFPs), including bid evaluation and supplier communication.
• Partner with the Process Team to conduct supplier document audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the buying team to develop and maintain master product portfolios, creating a foundation for future benchmarking and sourcing opportunities.
• Assist with procurement data analysis, reporting, and special projects that drive operational efficiency and cost savings.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support day-to-day procurement activities.
• Explore and apply AI tools and emerging technologies to identify process improvement opportunities; interns may experiment with new approaches.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Sophomore standing in a four-year degree program

Tools

ERP systems

Lean Six Sigma

5S methodologies

Job description

Charter Manufacturing Company invites applications for a Purchasing Internship in Cleveland, OH. You will gain hands-on experience across the procurement lifecycle, supporting strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, RFPs, and spend analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The program offers part-time hours during the academic year (15-20 hours/week) and full-time during the summer (40 hours/week).