2027 Summer Internship- Strategic Sourcing (B'ham, AL))

Vulcan Materials · Birmingham

Job Summary
We are hiring a Strategic Sourcing Intern for the Procurement team. As a Strategic Sourcing Intern, you will be exposed to the business and provided with hands-on projects and experiences, such as working on 7-step sourcing projects, using data and analytics to support decision-making for the business. In this role, you will work directly with various stakeholder departments to help drive value generation for the larger organization.

Essential Functions

Assist with various tasks and projects assigned by supervisor and team members.
Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.
Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.
Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.
Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.
Adhere to company policy.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Seek opportunities to learn and grow in field of interest.
Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently ad within specified deadlines.
May perform administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.
Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.
Other duties as assigned.

Critical Competencies

Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment. Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.
Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.
Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
Commitment to Learning: Applies intellect to the fullest, welcoming activities that require one to stretch.
Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.

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