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Under the leadership and direction of the Procurement Department, this internship provides an opportunity to gain valuable purchasing, sourcing, product development, and supplier management experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
The Procurement team supports the purchase of complex components, assemblies, finished goods, and services for both new product development and manufacturing operations. This role will provide support and customer service to internal cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with sourcing and corporate procedures.
The intern will assist with sourcing activities, supplier quoting, purchase order tracking, and monitoring of materials supporting products in development. In addition, this role will contribute to process improvement initiatives and help identify opportunities to reduce material and service costs throughout the division.
The Procurement Intern will participate in weekly project meetings, quarterly all-employee meetings, and other business meetings while gaining exposure to leadership and career development opportunities within the organization.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Under the leadership and direction of the Procurement Department, this internship provides an opportunity to gain valuable purchasing, sourcing, product development, and supplier management experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
The Procurement team supports the purchase of complex components, assemblies, finished goods, and services for both new product development and manufacturing operations. This role will provide support and customer service to internal cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with sourcing and corporate procedures.
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The intern will assist with sourcing activities, supplier quoting, purchase order tracking, and monitoring of materials supporting products in development. In addition, this role will contribute to process improvement initiatives and help identify opportunities to reduce material and service costs throughout the division.
The Procurement Intern will participate in weekly project meetings, quarterly all-employee meetings, and other business meetings while gaining exposure to leadership and career development opportunities within the organization.
Create, place, and expedite purchase orders to support product development and manufacturing activities
Monitor supplier deliveries and help ensure on-time performance
Assist with sourcing activities, supplier quoting, and vendor communications
Support cost reduction and continuous improvement projects
Perform Make vs. Buy analyses and present recommendations to management
Participate in process mapping activities and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies
Support key audits throughout the semester
Analyze purchasing and operational data to support business decisions
Work within ERP/MRP systems, including JDE
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to support procurement initiatives
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Supply Chain Management concentration preferred
Product Development
Regulatory Affairs
Quality Assurance
Document Control
Packaging Engineering
Design Engineering
Manufacturing & Engineering
Marketing
Supplier Quality
Supply Chain Team
Administrative Teams
Puerto Rico Plant and Domestic Manufacturing Plants
BD Category Management
Additional BD Offices and Manufacturing Facilities
Component and Raw Material Suppliers
Service Providers
Finished Goods (OEM) Suppliers
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
BD is committed to providing meaningful learning experiences that help students build the skills, knowledge, and professional network needed to launch successful careers in the medical device and healthcare industry.
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To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers .
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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