Procurement Intern (Summer 2024)

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking a Procurement Intern for Summer 2024 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 28th, 2024. 

This position will be located in Dundee, MI.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Typical Assignments include:

• • Spend analysis           
  • Support for sourcing activities           
  • Supplier studies
  • Channel planning      
  • Process optimization                          
  • Negotiation strategies
  • Special projects         
  • Inventory strategies and optimization
  • Collaboration with Logistics, Finance, Legal and Operations Teams
• Will be assigned to a real job/task and expected to make a contribution that will have an impact on the business.
• Utilize various skill sets/knowledge during day-to-day operations and to achieve team/company goals.
• Create a presentation at the end of their internship to executive leadership regarding what they have learned and what they believe they have contributed to the business.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Supply Chain, Business, Statistics, or similar field. 
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, database systems, and analytics. 
• Strong academic performance.
• Geographic flexibility.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Team oriented and able to work with all levels of the organization.
• Willing to spend time out in the field getting to know the business first hand.

Schedule and Environment:

• This is an onsite role; the intern will be expected to be onsite Monday - Friday and work an 8-hour shift (40 hours per week is mandatory). 
• In this internship position, you will be working in an office environment
• You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from your worksite for the summer. 
• Throughout the duration of your internship, you may be required to travel for site tours, shadow experiences, or intern events.

Benefits of our Internship:

• Experience within the building materials industry.
• Mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• A culture that promotes diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Learn about the industry from all levels of Holcim US management.
• Potential opportunity, upon graduation, for full-time employment with a successful, fast-growing company!

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCEHolcim offers endless opportunities for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With Holcim you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Estimated Wage Range

Pay Type

Salary : $20 - $24