Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Procurement team as a Procurement Intern. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement processes and supplier management within a dynamic organization. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to learn about procurement practices and strategies.
A successful candidate will be local to Columbus, Ohio, and plan to graduate in December of 2027 or May 2028. We are looking for candidates majoring in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will assist the Procurement department with their daily activities and projects to ensure achievement of department goals and objectives
Track and report cost savings
Maintain adherence to procurement policies and procedures
Conduct research to identify potential suppliers/vendors and gather information on their products, services, and pricing
Cost Reduction Planning: Collaborate with category managers to identify savings opportunities, analyze spend data, and support implementation of cost-saving initiatives
Sourcing Activities: Help prepare RFx documents, evaluate supplier proposals, and support negotiations under supervision
Strategy Development: Contribute to category strategy refreshes by gathering market intelligence and benchmarking data
Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in procurement workflows and suggest automation or optimization opportunities
Project Support: Assist with procurement-related projects including supplier research, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated work ethic and detail-orientation
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and produce high-quality work
Collaboration and teamwork
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
N/A
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED:
10%
OFFICE LOCATION:
Westerville, OH
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About Us
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com
