Supply Chain Intern
Job Description:
- Support supplier relationships to drive alignment on component pipeline and risk assessments.
- Develop global sourcing strategies, identify and evaluate new supplier opportunities.
- Partner with cross functional and systems teams to build supply chain integrations into existing PLM system.
- Assist with collecting quotes from suppliers, leading negotiations and driving bottoms up cost analysis.
- Support the development of our supply chain spend analytics processes and systems.
- Conduct market research of current business trends, industry changes, cost drivers, global pricing and market conditions.
- Drive collaboration between cross-functional stakeholders to identify cost savings opportunities by optimizing design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Assist with bottoms-up-cost modeling for custom components.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles as we scale globally and across new offices.
Requirements:
- Actively pursuing an MBA or a Master’s degree in Business, Engineering Management, Supply Chain, Operations, or a similar field, graduating in Spring 2027.
- BS in a relevant technical field e.g. Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering also preferred.
- Must have at least 2+ years of work experience, preferably in an Operations-focused role, prior to going back for your Master’s or MBA.
- Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail, prioritization, and triage of complicated issues.
- Ability to develop strategic insights and trends.
- Advanced analytical skills, ability to translate data into insights and craft executive presentations.
- Self-motivated, proactive, creative, and critical problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous settings.
- Experience collaborating and working with cross-functional teams.
- Preferred experience in supply chain or manufacturing or planning.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Professional development stipend
- Comprehensive health and parental leave plans
- Flexible, employee-led remote model
- Opportunities for career development and growth
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