Procurement Intern

What Agropur invests in YOU:

• Competitive hourly wage

• Relocation assistance and housing stipend (if applicable)

• Apply your education in a world-class dairy manufacturing operation

• Meet Agropur leaders and expand your professional network

• Prepare to launch a successful career

• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about:

The Procurement Intern, under the direction of various site-specific staff and management, is assigned to short term strategic sourcing projects, support strategic sourcing activities, and assist with KPI reporting. The responsibilities of the Procurement Intern vary based on assignments and department needs. This internship will be based out of Appleton, Wisconsin

• Work on Strategic Sourcing projects as assigned, utilizing basic knowledge and problem-solving skills.

• Assist in sourcing activities.

• Perform KPI reporting.

• Provide spend data analysis and continuously improve the organization of information and data for the team.

• Gather, accurately document and analyze Strategic Sourcing data.

• Work on projects to improve process, plant and/or employee efficiencies.

• Collect follow-up data to determine the effectiveness of implemented process improvements.

• Take direction on assignments and then work autonomously or with appropriate team(s) to accomplish assignment objectives.

• Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to Strategic Sourcing in a dairy manufacturing environment.

• Thoroughly learn about the Agropur business model and how to run an efficient Strategic Sourcing department.

• Actively meet and speak with Strategic Sourcing employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs.

• Learn to work safely and efficiently, while maintaining accuracy.

• Summarize and present a summary of projects and lessons learned at end of internship, if applicable.

What you need to join our team:

• Currently enrolled in an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Master's program in a Business, Supply Chain, or related program as a candidate for graduation.

• Strong Communication: Able to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels, both internally and externally.

• Customer Focus & Initiative: Dedicated to meeting expectations, acting with customers in mind, and driving results with minimal supervision.

• Collaboration & Adaptability: Works effectively in team environments, adapts quickly to change, and maintains constructive relationships.

• Organizational & Technical Skills: Demonstrates strong time management, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant tools.

• Problem Solving & Accountability: Applies logic to solve challenges, scopes tasks accurately, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.