We are looking for a motivated and proactive Procurement Intern to join our Purchasing Department for a 12-month internship experience. Following an initial onboarding and training period, the intern will support a broad range of activities across the department's main procurement categories, gaining exposure to supplier management, sourcing processes, and commercial operations.
This role offers a unique opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of procurement practices while contributing to day-to-day business activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Support supplier qualification and onboarding processes, including both one-time and recurring vendor assessments.
- Assist in collecting, reviewing, and maintaining supplier documentation and compliance records.
- Support the preparation and management of Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
- Collect, compare, and analyze supplier quotations and commercial offers.
- Maintain procurement databases, supplier records, and sourcing documentation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather purchasing requirements and support procurement activities.
- Monitor the progress of sourcing initiatives and follow up with suppliers when required.
- Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and procurement-related analyses.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools.
- Provide operational support across the different procurement categories according to business priorities.
Desired Profile
- Degree student in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a collaborative environment.
- Proactive mindset, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
What We Offer
- A comprehensive learning experience within a dynamic procurement organization.
- Exposure to diverse sourcing and supplier management activities.
- Hands-on involvement in cross-functional procurement projects.
- The opportunity to contribute ideas and improvement proposals that can enhance departmental processes and performance.
- Coaching and guidance from experienced procurement professionals.
- Paid Internship
The successful candidate will be encouraged not only to support ongoing procurement activities, but also to bring fresh perspectives, identify improvement opportunities, and actively contribute to the evolution of the department's processes and ways of working.
📌 Procurement Internship (Madrid)
🏢 Kone
📍 Madrid