Project Purchasing Analyst Intern

Job Description

Project Purchasing Analyst Intern (Year-Round) | Valeo

The Tone:
This is a year-round internship at Valeo, focused on advanced technologies for the vehicle of the future. Valeo is a global organization with over 100,000 employees, dedicated to developing greener, safer, and smarter mobility solutions and reinventing the interior experience. This role supports the purchasing department, directly contributing to cost optimization, supplier management, and overall project success within a global manufacturing environment. The intern will gain practical experience in automotive purchasing while collaborating on challenges that reduce CO2 emissions and enhance intuitive driving.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Year-round, full-time then part-time
• Location: In-person

• Team: Purchasing department
• Mission: Support the purchasing department to optimize costs, manage suppliers, and ensure overall project success.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Google Applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Analysis: Assist in the preparation and analysis of supplier quotations and bids.
• Negotiation: Support the purchasing team in negotiating terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Research: Conduct market research to identify potential new suppliers and assess market trends.
• Cost Optimization: Participate in cost analysis activities to identify saving opportunities for ongoing projects.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and production, to ensure alignment on project requirements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently a student enrolled in courses pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is required; this role offers practical experience within automotive purchasing.
• Skills: No strictly required hard technical skills are listed beyond those typically associated with the pursued degree.
• Bonus: Experience with Excel and Google Applications is preferred.