About Signify
Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.
At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.
Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.
More about the role
Job Title: Procurement Intern - Greater China Business
Company: Signify
Location: Shanghai, China
Position Type: Full-time Internship
Target Candidates: 2nd-year graduate students in Shanghai
Job Description:
Signify is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to join our Greater China Business team in Shanghai. This full-time internship opportunity is ideal for 1st or 2nd-year graduate students who are looking to gain valuable experience in procurement within a global company.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the procurement team in sourcing, negotiating, and contracting with suppliers
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential vendors and cost-saving opportunities
- Support in managing supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance
- Assist in creating purchase orders and processing invoices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement activities align with business objectives
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Shanghai
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience in procurement within a leading global company
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Opportunity for campus hiring upon graduation based on performance
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
Everything we’ll do for you
You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.
Come join us, and together we can light up the future.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Shanghai
- 1st or 2nd-year graduate student (ideal)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What We Do
Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals, consumers, and the Internet of Things. Our Philips products, Interact systems and data-enabled services deliver business value and transform life in homes, buildings and public spaces. In 2023, we had sales of EUR 6.7 billion, approximately 32,000 employees and a presence in over 70 countries. We unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. We have been in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index since our IPO for seven consecutive years and have achieved the EcoVadis Platinum rating for four consecutive years, placing Signify in the top one percent of companies assessed. News from Signify can be found in the Newsroom, on X, LinkedIn and Instagram. Information for investors is located on the Investor Relations page
