Procter & Gamble Paid Internship – Strategic Purchasing in Geneva

Deadline: Ongoing

Do you have a passion for analytics and strategic, critical thinking? Do you see yourself engaging in commercial and relationship activities with P&G Suppliers? You “can smell and close a great deal”? You want to face different challenges every single day? Then Strategic Purchases is your place to be.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

They spend more than $40 billion/year in goods and services to produce some of the best consumer products in the world. Strategic Purchases is a critical discipline within the Product Supply organization, which controls the spend on items ranging from raw & packaging materials and equipment to marketing services, software and outsourced manufacturing services, guaranteeing a challenging learning environment across industries and sectors.

As a Purchases Intern in this ecosystem, you will work with a Purchases Manager, leading a significant project within one of our segments or spend areas.

Starting from Day 1, you will:
  • Analyze sourcing markets and build industry knowledge.
  • Integrate and collaborate with cross-functional business teams.
  • Look for new technologies, and advise your internal business partners with innovative solutions and providers.
  • Influence individuals both externally and internally and build the right relationships to deliver excellent results.
  • Own the recommendation for an important project or commercial transformation.
  • Always treat our suppliers honestly, ethically and fairly: we consider our suppliers as partners in our journey to deliver our renowned products around the world.

 

ELIGIBILITY

Please note that to be eligible for an internship you need to be a student for the major length of your internship or, if you are taking a gap year between the Bachelor and Master, this gap should not exceed 12 months.

  • Strong interest in the commercial aspects of business.
  • Real passion for learning and applying skills to deliver business results.
  • Strong analytical skills, and ability to connect the dots.
  • Strong communication & collaboration skills.
  • Strong English verbal and writing skills.
  • Proven leadership skills.

 

BENEFITS

  • Competitive compensation
  • Housing support: we provide you with a furbished accommodation in Geneva at a convenient rate, co-located with many other interns/new hires (applicable only if you currently live >75km from Geneva).
  • Round trip ticket to Geneva, subsidized meals in our canteen, free public transport in Geneva, on-site gym, company store, on-site hair salon, sports teams and “new-hire network” are among the many benefits.

APPLICATION

  • Just apply via clicking the button below
  • Have your CV in English ready to attach (include examples of the challenging experiences you have had both within and outside academia)
  • Make sure to attach a summary of your latest grades
  • Please note individual attachments cannot be larger than 500 KB

 

OFFICIAL LINK

 

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