Strategic Procurement (Indirect Materials) Intern

Strategic Procurement - Indirect Materials Intern (8-12 months) Pickering, ON | Internship (8-12months) | Student (not graduated)

About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance.

We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Our Values

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility
  
  
  

Overview As a Co-op/Intern at Trench, you will be part of the Strategic Procurement group and responsible for Supplier Management and Strategic Supply Chain Initiatives. You will have a chance to understand the indirect supply chain of a manufacturing location and gain exposure to a wide range of supplier topics, such as pricing, negotiations, contracts, and vendor management. Your Tasks:

• Provide end to end support to the Strategic Manager in the Supplier Management Process, including contract negotiation, qualification, selection, evaluation, development, and classification.
• Assist in the maintenance, organization, and distribution of procurement records and information (procurement procedures, policies, price lists, contracts, supplier evaluations etc.)
• Analyze and create procurement data reports using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Request for quote, analyzing for Total Cost of Ownership including cost calculations and comparisons, and draft contracts.
• Manage the vendor setup process. 
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Student must be working towards an undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Commerce, Business Administration, Engineering, or Law and must be in their 2nd year or higher or recent graduate
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS-PowerPoint and MS Excel is an asset.
• Excellent spoken and written, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good time-management and strong organizational skills.
• Self-driven, resourceful, and has a strong work ethic to achieve goals independently and work well in groups.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve the quality, speed, and accuracy.
  
  
  

We offer:

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
• An hourly rate of pay of $22 - $26.
  
  
  

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation.

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