Vontier is a global industrial technology company focused on productivity and automation. They are seeking a Procurement Intern to gain hands-on experience in supply chain management, vendor relations, and purchasing processes within a dynamic business environment.
Responsibilities
Assist in creating and maintaining Blanket and Standard Purchase Orders and tracking acknowledgements.
Support communication with suppliers, transportation carriers, customer service, and operations teams to help ensure material availability and optimal inventory levels.
Help investigate material supply issues by assisting with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Collaborate with Material Planning and Operations teams to understand procurement methods such as JIT, reorder point, kanban, consignment, and scheduled releases.
Participate in efforts to resolve material quality issues and contribute to improving manufacturing productivity.
Support initiatives aimed at cost reduction, supplier on-time delivery, inventory optimization, and new product launches.
Assist in identifying potential supply risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
Utilize procurement tools and participate in sourcing and negotiation activities under guidance.
Help ensure accuracy in purchase order and vendor invoice pricing to support prompt supplier payments.
Perform special projects and administrative tasks assigned by the procurement manager or Buyer team.
Qualification
Required
Candidates MUST be located in the Altoona, PA area for this intern opportunity.
This internship is in-person M-F, 40 hours a week.
Currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Finance, or a related field.
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills (Must Have)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Preferred
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability and life insurance
Family planning from Maven Clinic
Managing diabetes like Livongo
Coverage for women's health
Support for adult and elder care
Paid parental leave
A generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Paid time off up to 15 days each year
12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
Paid sick leave
Vontier is a global company focused on transportation and mobility.
