Job Description

Internship: Commodity Manager and Purchasing data analyst

Duration- 3 months to 1 year, internship for fall to potential spring

About the Role:
As a Commodity Manager Intern, you will support the purchasing team in managing a portfolio of commodities (raw materials, components,) that are critical to the company's operations. You will gain hands-on experience in supplier management, sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and data management, contributing to cost optimization and supplier performance.
Responsibilities:
• Commodity Management:
o Assist in the analysis of commodity markets and suppliers to identify sourcing opportunities and cost drivers.
o Support in the preparation and launch of requests for proposals (RFP/RFQ) to suppliers.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to understand commodity requirements and ensure alignment.
o Participate in supplier meetings and assist in negotiations under supervision.
o Contribute to the development and monitoring of commodity strategies.
o Support risk management initiatives to ensure supply chain continuity.
• Data Management:
o Manage and monitor aged purchase orders, proactively following up with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely closure.
o Generate, analyze, and distribute SAP reports relevant to purchasing activity and supplier performance.
o Ensure regular updates and accuracy of Purchasing Info Records (PIR) in SAP, supporting data reliability for procurement decisions.
o Update and maintain commodity databases and supplier evaluations.
o Assist in tracking KPIs and reporting on supplier performance, quality, and delivery metrics.
Profile:
• Currently pursuing a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; comfortable working with data in Excel and ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus).
• Detail-oriented, with an ability to manage and validate data effectively.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about industrial purchasing and procurement processes.

Internship: Commodity Manager and Purchasing data analyst

Duration- 3 months to 1 year, internship for fall to potential spring

About the Role:
As a Commodity Manager Intern, you will support the purchasing team in managing a portfolio of commodities (raw materials, components,) that are critical to the company's operations. You will gain hands-on experience in supplier management, sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and data management, contributing to cost optimization and supplier performance.
Responsibilities:
• Commodity Management:
o Assist in the analysis of commodity markets and suppliers to identify sourcing opportunities and cost drivers.
o Support in the preparation and launch of requests for proposals (RFP/RFQ) to suppliers.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to understand commodity requirements and ensure alignment.
o Participate in supplier meetings and assist in negotiations under supervision.
o Contribute to the development and monitoring of commodity strategies.
o Support risk management initiatives to ensure supply chain continuity.
• Data Management:
o Manage and monitor aged purchase orders, proactively following up with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely closure.
o Generate, analyze, and distribute SAP reports relevant to purchasing activity and supplier performance.
o Ensure regular updates and accuracy of Purchasing Info Records (PIR) in SAP, supporting data reliability for procurement decisions.
o Update and maintain commodity databases and supplier evaluations.
o Assist in tracking KPIs and reporting on supplier performance, quality, and delivery metrics.
Profile:
• Currently pursuing a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; comfortable working with data in Excel and ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus).
• Detail-oriented, with an ability to manage and validate data effectively.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about industrial purchasing and procurement processes.

Job Requirements

Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Job Requirements

Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

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