Procurement Intern

Company Description

Harsco is recognized for technical leadership and worldwide experience in virtually all major aspects of railway track maintenance.  We enable railroads to operate at peak efficiency over smooth, precisely aligned track that increases railway safety while reducing fuel consumption and other key operating costs. Our broad array of equipment and services support every type of railway operator, from major national and international railway systems, to short lines and high-speed urban transit networks.

Job Description

The Procurement Intern will support the Procurement team through hands-on project work focused on data analysis, supplier management, and operational procurement activities. This internship provides exposure to core procurement processes, cross-functional collaboration, and real-world supply chain decision-making, while contributing measurable cost savings and process improvements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Will include the following, other duties may be assigned

· Gathers data to send out RFQs to supply base

· Record quote data to track supplier performance

· Prepare and send Requests for Quote (RFQs) to suppliers.

· Conduct lead-time analysis and assist with MRP updates.

· Work with large data sets and apply data integrity criteria both with accuracy and timely execution

· Must be capable of prioritizing workload and handle multiple projects at one time

· Maintain MRP by updating various supplier and purchase item elements

· Develop, review, analyze, and interpret various reports. Attention to detail required.

· Perform ABC part analysis to support inventory and procurement strategies.

· Solid mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills required

· Assist buyers, commodity managers, and procurement leadership with day-to-day operational tasks as needed.

· Work closely with cross-functional teams including sourcing, supply chain, and operations.

· Other duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite, especially excel (required)

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Solid analytical skills required

· Ability to develop productive working relationship with internal customers

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

· Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply chain or other similar degree preferred

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Rail’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Rail offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Matthew Fink, HR Director NAOM, at 803-822-7440 and Harsco Rail will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job.  Please call only for disability application. All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.