2026 Future Talent Program – Global Strategic Sourcing Intern

Job Description

As a Global Strategic Sourcing Intern at our Company Animal Health, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside industry experts to develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive value and innovation across our global supply chain. This summer internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support the health and well-being of animals worldwide. If you are eager to apply your analytical skills, collaborate in a dynamic environment, and make a tangible impact, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of animal health.

About Us:

At our Company we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than a century, we’ve been at the forefront of research, bringing forward medicines, vaccines and innovative health solutions for the world’s most challenging diseases.

Our Company Animal Health division is the global animal health business. The company is dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being and performance of animals and the people who care for them. The company’s innovative portfolio includes technology, products and solutions to help, improve or enhance animal management and health outcomes across Livestock and Companion Animal species. Healthier animals mean a sustainable food supply, protection for humans against diseases passed from animals, and longer, healthier lives for pets.

Responsibilities:

• Supplier & Market Analysis: Conduct detailed supplier and supply market analysis using data, reports, and technology trends to provide deep insights for sourcing management.

• Sourcing Strategy Development: Support the creation of sourcing strategies aligned with stakeholder business requirements to drive key performance indicators and maximize company value.

• Cost Modeling, Reduction, & Financial Planning: Develop detailed cost models and purchase price analyses of goods and services supplied to our company to understand cost structures and identify savings opportunities. Prepare reports on category spend, savings, compliance, and support annual budget/profit planning.

• Negotiation Planning & Execution: Assist in developing pre-negotiation plans, support negotiation sessions, and perform post-negotiation analysis and follow-up.

• Sourcing Execution: Support the creation and management of RFIs, RFPs, and e-Auctions, leveraging electronic procurement tools for structured analysis.

• Contract Management: Assist in managing supplier contracts and commitments to ensure appropriate terms and compliance.

• Supplier Performance Management: Support supplier agreements with embedded performance metrics, monitor KPIs, and assist in supplier performance improvement initiatives.

• Project Management: Support sourcing and cross-functional projects by following project management processes and tools to track progress and communicate with stakeholders.

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct risk assessments including financial, compliance, and ethical considerations, and help implement mitigation plans aligned with risk management frameworks.

• Knowledge Sharing: Produce high-quality work and share best practices across teams and regions to foster continuous improvement and collaboration.

Required Qualifications:

• Current sophomore or junior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management, or related business discipline.

• Must commit to hybrid, on-site employment for 10-12 weeks in the summer following the Spring Semester of 2026.

• Must be a US citizen or lawful permanent resident of the US.

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry or within a Fortune 500 company preferred.

• Demonstrated academic excellence.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Experience with SAP ERP, Ariba, or other cloud-based procurement and enterprise computing systems.

• Proficient in data collection, analysis, reporting, and project management, with a digital mindset to leverage technology and data-driven insights.

• Strong personal integrity and ethical standards.

• Excellent interpersonal and interaction skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels and diverse teams.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrating accountability and initiative.

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