Sourcing Analyst Intern

Overview

Panasonic is looking for interns to join our Supply Chain team. The Sourcing Analyst Intern will perform strategic sourcing work to manage risk and optimize the value and resilience of materials and services sourcing including establishing supplier relationships management processes and continuous improvement goals and programs. The position is a highly interactive position working closely with local suppliers and internal and external Japanese based suppliers. The interns hired for this position should expect to learn all facets of supply chain management and will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge. Also, this internship program is highly regarded in our field, so successful participation will be a great addition to your resume.

Responsibilities

Internship Details:

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic at the Gigafactory
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 19th and Friday, August 8th.This date range is subject to change
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship
• Housing allowance provided
  
  

Program Requirements

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy of North America onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
  
  

What You'll Do

The Sourcing Analyst Intern performs strategic sourcing work to manage risk and optimize the value and resilience of materials and services sourcing including establishing supplier relationships management processes and continuous improvement goals and programs. The position is a highly interactive position working closely with local suppliers and internal and external Japanese based suppliers.

• Conduct analysis in Excel, Power BI, or sequel querying tools to support procurement activities including spend analytics, budget analysis, and bid analysis
• Leverage spend analytics to identify consolidation opportunities; understand total cost of ownership and cost drivers, analyze product and service specifications to identify rationalization opportunities; analyze demand and spend to identify patterns and reduction opportunities
• Analyze market intelligence to build business cases and should cost models to identify and quantify improvement opportunities for both sourcing and non- sourcing - e.g., demand management, process improvements, insource vs. outsource, etc.
• Develop sourcing strategies based on baseline data, market dynamics and business requirements
• Manage sourcing projects from inception to completion, including development of eRFx and negotiation strategy utilizing best practice sourcing methodology to deliver exceptional total cost value and supply assurance
• Manage the planning and launch of RFx events, executing eAuctions as appropriate, in eSourcing tool
• Build and maintain RFx templates in eSourcing tool
• Provide internal and external user support during RFx process, including coordinating NDAs, supplier training and responses to supplier questions
• Gather requirements and specifications from business and category experts to ensure that proposed solutions meet business needs
• Assess supplier capabilities and identify new sources of supply
• Analyze complex bidding and award scenarios leveraging multi bid analysis model to facilitate fact-based supplier selection
• Supports negotiation strategy development and execution. Develop transition plan to new supplier and support implementation
• Review contract terms and work with suppliers, stakeholders, and PNA departments such as Risk Management and Legal to ensure PNA’s terms and conditions are accurately met
• Manage supplier onboarding process and contract management
• Work with category managers, suppliers, and key stakeholders post projects to manage supplier performance and identify continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop, produce, and deliver metrics to all levels of management, thereby ensuring SLAs and/or KPIs are met
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Enforce compliance to procurement policies and work to increase adoption
• Track and properly allocate procurement savings and costs to divisional budgets
  
  

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
  
  

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

Education

• Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Business Management, STEM Degree, or any other related discipline
• Preferred: Business Operations / Supply Chain
  
  

Essential Qualifications

• Evidence of exceptional ability. Panasonic follows a culture of full-cycle engineering where members will have full responsibility and accountability for their projects from start to finish. We are looking for the best of the best.
• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with basic lithium-ion battery chemistry and materials.
• Good understanding of basic manufacturing principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write and communicate information clearly and concisely.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous coursework supply chain management
• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.
  
  

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 50%
• Walk: 20%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%
  
  

Tools and/or Equipment: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone Continuous
  
  

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not required
  
  

Who We Are

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!

Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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