Procurement Intern: Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Vertiv Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Pelzer, SC is seeking a Procurement Intern to gain hands-on experience in procurement processes and supplier management. The role targets students in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Logistics, graduating in December 2027 or May 2028.

You will assist daily procurement tasks, track savings, research suppliers, and support sourcing, cost-reduction initiatives, and process improvements in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated work ethic and detail-orientation.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and produce high-quality work.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Procurement department with daily activities and projects.
• Track and report cost savings.
• Maintain adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
• Research potential suppliers/vendors and gather product/pricing information.
• Collaborate on cost-reduction planning and spend analysis.
• Support RFx preparation, evaluate supplier proposals, and assist negotiations.
• Contribute to category strategy refreshes with market intel.
• Identify procurement workflow inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Assist with procurement-related projects including data analysis and stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Logistics

Job description

Vertiv Corporation in Pelzer, SC is seeking a Procurement Intern to gain hands-on experience in procurement processes and supplier management. The role targets students in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Logistics, graduating in December 2027 or May 2028.

You will assist daily procurement tasks, track savings, research suppliers, and support sourcing, cost-reduction initiatives, and process improvements in a collaborative environment.