What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Intern position at Highline Warren?
Strategic Sourcing Intern Job Description
Who We Are
Highline Warren is a vertically integrated distributor of maintenance consumables with unmatched access to the North American market. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, the company operates 21 distribution and manufacturing facilities across North America, offering more than 30,000 products to over 10,000 customers.
Highline Warren provides access to over 400 trusted brands including national, owned, and private label products and serves as a strategic manufacturing partner to top retailers across North America. With industry-leading fill rates and a strategic network that reaches 99% of the U.S. population within two days, the company simplifies the supply chain for its customers. Employing more than 1,700 teammates, Highline Warren is driven by people powered performance. For more information, visit our website at www.HighlineWarren.com.
Internship Location: Memphis, TN
Setting: Hybrid: Monday Thursday Onsite, Friday Remote Flexibility
Duration: May 25, 2026 August 8, 2026
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week
Internship Position Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Intern will support the Sourcing team by assisting in the identification, evaluation, and selection of suppliers, while contributing to initiatives that drive cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain efficiencies. The role offers practical, project-based learning in the automotive aftermarket industry with opportunities to collaborate cross-functionally, develop analytical skills, and present impactful recommendations to sourcing leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Supplier Research & Analysis: Conduct market research on potential and existing suppliers, benchmarking costs, trends, and performance metrics.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Assist in gathering and analyzing data on pricing, contracts, and supplier performance; quantify savings opportunities.
- RFI/RFP/RFQ Support: Draft and issue requests to suppliers, evaluate responses, and contribute to sourcing strategy development.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Help coordinate communications, meetings, and performance reviews with suppliers.
- Contract Management: Support review of agreements for compliance with company policies and assist in negotiation preparation.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline sourcing workflows, including automation and reporting enhancements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Category Management, Finance, Operations, and Legal to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
- Project Support: Contribute to cost-saving initiatives, supplier rationalization programs, and sourcing dashboards.
- Final Presentation: Prepare and deliver an end-of-internship presentation to leadership summarizing findings, results, and recommendations.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Power BI or Qlik preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Interest in procurement, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing.
Minimum Experience and Education
- Junior or Senior standing in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
- Previous coursework or internship experience in procurement or supply chain preferred.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended.
