Procurement & Sourcing Intern | Cost Savings & Strategy

Vertiv Group Corporation; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a motivated Procurement Intern to join the Columbus-area team. You will gain hands-on experience in procurement processes, supplier research, and cost-saving initiatives while supporting category strategies and policy adherence.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to learn with a focus on collaboration. This on-site internship offers exposure to real-world spend data and process improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a related field (Business Admin, Supply Chain, Logistics).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated work ethic and attention to detail.
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Procurement with daily activities and projects.
• Track and report cost savings.
• Maintain adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
• Research potential suppliers and gather pricing information.
• Support cost reduction planning with category managers.
• Help prepare RFx documents and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Contribute to category strategy refreshes with market data.
• Identify inefficiencies and suggest process improvements.
• Assist with procurement-related projects including data analysis.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Pursuing degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a motivated Procurement Intern to join the Columbus-area team. You will gain hands-on experience in procurement processes, supplier research, and cost-saving initiatives while supporting category strategies and policy adherence.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to learn with a focus on collaboration. This on-site internship offers exposure to real-world spend data and process improvement opportunities.