Intern Strategic Global Sourcing

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Waukesha, WI, USA
In-Office
Internship
Appliances • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
The Strategic Global Sourcing Intern will collaborate with suppliers and teams to enhance sourcing strategies, support new product development, and improve processes while developing professional skills.
Summary Generated by Built In
We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Strategic Global Sourcing Intern will partner closely with suppliers, internal customers, and cross-functional teams to support sourcing strategies, supplier development, and process improvement initiatives across a growing, global organization. This role will contribute to new product development activities, supplier qualification, cost and quote analysis, and procurement for development builds while building analytical, communication, and professional skills. This position provides exposure to strategic sourcing operations and opportunities to develop leadership capabilities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to support new product development initiatives

  • Assist with supplier qualification and part approval processes (e.g., PPAPs)

  • Research and compare supplier quotes to support sourcing decisions

  • Procure and track parts for development builds and prototypes

  • Communicate with suppliers on part status and delivery updates

  • Conduct research on supply chain and sourcing structures to support strategic initiatives

  • Work closely on AI implementation and development related to the NPD sourcing environment

  • Support process improvement projects and other tasks assigned

Basic Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in degree program focused on Business, Operations Management, Information Systems, Computer Science and/or Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

  • Strong organizational and analytical skills

  • Team-oriented with a proactive, innovative mindset

  • High ethical standards and interest in leadership development

  • Experience with SAP, Ariba, or APICS/MAPICS coursework is a plus

Office Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Skills Required

  • Enrolled in degree program focused on Business, Operations Management, Information Systems, Computer Science and/or Engineering
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The Company
HQ: Waukesha, Wisconsin
3,437 Employees
Year Founded: 1959

What We Do

Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents. #PoweringPossibilities #ThePowerOfGenerac

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