Procurement & Sourcing Intern: Strategy & Cost Optimization

Becton Dickinson; Warwick (RI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid internship

Semester-long program

Job summary

The Procurement Intern at Becton, Dickinson and Company will support sourcing activities, supplier quoting, and PO tracking while gaining experience in purchasing for product development and manufacturing. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, process improvements, and exposure to leadership and career development opportunities.

This paid semester-long internship in Warwick, RI offers a hybrid schedule with in-office presence Tuesday through Thursday and flexible

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven recommendations.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with web-based applications and business systems is a plus.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career within the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Create, place, and expedite purchase orders to support product development and manufacturing activities
• Monitor supplier deliveries and help ensure on-time performance
• Assist with sourcing activities, supplier quoting, and vendor communications
• Support cost reduction and continuous improvement projects
• Perform Make vs. Buy analyses and present recommendations to management
• Participate in process mapping activities and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies
• Support key audits throughout the semester
• Analyze purchasing and operational data to support business decisions
• Work within ERP/MRP systems, including JDE
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to support procurement initiatives

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Fast-paced

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decisions

Attention to detail

MS Office

Web-based apps

Medical device interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Job description

The Procurement Intern at Becton, Dickinson and Company will support sourcing activities, supplier quoting, and PO tracking while gaining experience in purchasing for product development and manufacturing. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, process improvements, and exposure to leadership and career development opportunities.

This paid semester-long internship in Warwick, RI offers a hybrid schedule with in-office presence Tuesday through Thursday and flexible