SkillBridge Internship – Project Procurement Manager

Responsibilities and learning opportunities include but are not limited to

• Managing sourcing events for construction materials, equipment, and subcontracted trade scopes
• Leading RFQ/RFP development, subcontractor solicitations, bid evaluations, and award recommendations
• Negotiating pricing, payment terms, risk provisions, and contracts exceeding $1M
• Developing supplier and subcontractor networks supporting building automation, fire alarm, security, electrical, and mechanical services
• Analyzing spending data using Excel and procurement tools to identify savings opportunities
• Reviewing subcontractor financial documents and assess supplier risk and capability
• Partnering with regional leadership to improve procurement processes and customer satisfaction
• Support reporting, forecasting, dashboards, presentations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participating in category management, data analytics, and regional/national procurement programs

Desired Military Experience, Backgrounds and/or Aptitude

Basic Qualifications

• Only active military personnel will be considered for this internship and program acceptance requires military approval Selected candidates will continue to be paid under their current wage/benefits provided by the US Military and will not be paid by Siemens directly throughout internship participation
• Selected candidates will continue to be paid under their current wage/benefits provided by the US Military and will not be paid by Siemens directly throughout internship participation
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED required
• Demonstrated experience and/or applied knowledge/aptitude in the following: Proven understanding of procurement/purchasing activities Technical knowledge of construction, mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, or other related systems Experience in planning, coordinating, negotiating, or managing resources, contracts, suppliers, or mission-critical operations Solid understanding of contract negotiation Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills Experience using Microsoft Office applications Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written) Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members
• Proven understanding of procurement/purchasing activities
• Technical knowledge of construction, mechanical, electrical, thermodynamic, hydraulic, mechatronic, or other related systems
• Experience in planning, coordinating, negotiating, or managing resources, contracts, suppliers, or mission-critical operations
• Solid understanding of contract negotiation
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written)
• Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and collaborate with team members
• Ability to work on-site and travel up to 20% (as needed)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations

Preferred Qualifications

• U.S. Military experience as an E5 or above (Navy, Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves)
• BS degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or Construction Management
• Construction management and contract negotiation greater than $1 million
• Experience with minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned supplier development
• Sourcing experience with design-build contractors and negotiation of teaming agreements
• Design-build sourcing and teaming agreement experience
• Large global corporation procurement experience
• Experience using Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, or similar analytics platforms
• Experience in high-level meetings, preparing and presenting

About Siemens

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

Application Deadline

• This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.
• California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here .