Corporate Procurement Intern Plastipak

We have the opportunity for a new vacancy of Procurement Intern to join the European Corporate Procurement team.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern to join our Central Procurement team who will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation and on-boarding of suppliers into ARIBA, our procurement and supplier management platform. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in procurement operations, supplier management, and digital tools in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier On‑boarding
  • Assist with supplier data collection, validation, and entry into ARIBA.
  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely submission of required documentation.
  • Monitor the progress of on‑boarding and follow up to address delays or issues.
• ARIBA Implementation Support
  • Provide administrative support during ARIBA supplier implementation.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth transitions to the ARIBA platform.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies in supplier profiles and information.
• Data Management and Reporting
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date supplier records.
  • Generate reports to track on‑boarding progress and highlight areas for improvement.
• Communication and Coordination
  • Serve as a point of contact for suppliers regarding ARIBA‑related queries.
  • Support the Procurement team in coordinating training sessions or informational meetings with suppliers.
• Process Improvement
  • Assist in identifying inefficiencies in the on‑boarding process and propose solutions.
  • Support team initiatives to optimize the supplier implementation process.

Education and Experience

The successful applicant will currently pursue or recently completed a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred experience

• Familiarity with ARIBA or similar procurement platforms is a plus.
• Previous experience in procurement, supply chain, or administrative roles is advantageous.

What we offer

• Hands‑on experience in procurement and supplier management.
• Exposure to leading digital tools and platforms like ARIBA.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Location for the role would remain a home location of the applicant without any necessity to re‑locate.

All applications from candidates with suitable experience will be considered, the ability to perform successfully in the role being more important than academic qualifications.