Procurement Intern Jobs in Sumter, SC (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:
This position represents a strong developmental opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented student to gain hands-on experience within s Supply Chain organization.
Reporting to the Procurement / Supply Chain leadership team, the Procurement Intern will support daily purchasing operations, supplier coordination, and data analysis activities. The role will contribute to improving procurement visibility, operational efficiency, and data accuracy through structured reporting, follow-ups, and process improvement initiatives.
The intern will gain exposure to procurement systems, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting key business priorities in delivery, cost, and service performance.
Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)
Support purchase order (PO) management activities, including tracking open orders, confirmations, and delivery updates
Follow up with suppliers on past-due orders and critical shortages to ensure continuity of supply
Maintain and update procurement trackers (open PO report, shortage list, supplier follow-up log)
Assist in Preparing Weekly and Monthly Procurement Reports, Including:
On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance
Lead time tracking
Past due and risk analysis
Perform data validation and cleansing activities for supplier and material master data (lead times, pricing, MOQs)
Support inventory and material flow analysis by reviewing stock levels, shortages, and excess inventory trends
Assist in cross-functional coordination with Planning, Warehouse, Quality, and Finance teams to resolve supply and invoice issues
Contribute to Process Improvement Initiatives, Including:
Converting manual processes into digital tools (Excel, SharePoint)
Standardizing reporting templates and trackers
Documenting basic procurement procedures (SOPs)
Support supplier performance tracking and reporting for internal reviews
Provide general administrative and analytical support to the Procurement team as needed
Minimum Education:
This position has the following minimum educational requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Minimum Experience:
No prior experience required; internship or project experience in supply chain or data analysis is a plus
Basic Knowledge and Skills:
Professional Skills:
Basic understanding of supply chain and procurement concepts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, formulas preferred)
Good written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured and organized manner
Basic knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) is a plus
Leadership Skills:
Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Proactive mindset and willingness to learn
Excellence:
Continuous Improvement mindset
Basic understanding of Lean principles (preferred)
Physical Capacity Profile: N/A