Job Description:
What will you do?
Your Impactful Responsibilities
As a Plant Procurement Intern, you will support the day-to-day procurement of our manufacturing plant, gaining hands-on experience in supply chain, sourcing, and plant operations. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring the availability of materials, cost competitiveness, and smooth production flow.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Support the procurement team with daily purchasing activities and follow-up on purchase orders.
Analyze procurement and spend data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Help maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documents
MRBR: Lead and achieve the on-time payment for the direct procurement supply-base of the campus and actively look for resolution of any issues related to it.
Collaborate closely with the plant Production, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
Participate in cost-saving, supplier performance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Learn and apply procurement processes, systems, and compliance standards
What skills and capabilities will make you successful?
This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in supply chain and manufacturing environments.
Key skills and capabilities for success:
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative mindset and willingness to work cross-functionally
Curiosity, initiative, and a continuous learning attitude
Basic proficiency in Excel and any Microsoft Office apps.
Comfort working with data and data mining.
Basic knowledge of Incoterms and their application.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field
Interest in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain management
Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action
Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced industrial environment
What's in it for you?
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This internship offers meaningful exposure to real-world procurement, helping you build a strong foundation for a career in supply chain or operations.
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What you’ll gain:
Hands-on experience in plant procurement and supply chain operations
Practical exposure to ERP systems, purchasing processes, and supplier management
Mentorship from experienced procurement and plant professionals
Opportunities to develop analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Insight into manufacturing and industrial supply chains
A potential talent pipeline for future full-time opportunities
Who will you report to?
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You will report directly to the Plant Procurement Manager and work closely with the plant procurement and operations team.
(External) English Qualifications:
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
Qualifications for Your Success
Successful interns typically bring strong academic foundations, curiosity, and a desire to apply theory in a real operational environment.
Qualifications that support success:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field
Interest in procurement, manufacturing, or supply chain management
Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action
Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced industrial environment
Location: QUERÉTARO 1; Avenida Vesta No 23 y 25, Vesta Park Queretaro, Municipio Colón, C.P. 76295, Queretaro.- 100% on site.
- Morning availability.
Preferred / adjacent qualifications (nice to have):
Previous internship or coursework related to supply chain or operations
Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Understanding of basic procurement or manufacturing concepts
Ability to work onsite in a plant environment
Let us learn about you! Apply today.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
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