About the role#
Barnes Aerospace is seeking a Procurement Intern to join our team in East Granby. This role supports our supply chain operations through data analysis, supplier coordination, and cross-functional projects. You will work directly with our procurement team to manage day-to-day purchasing activities for direct materials and services.
What you'll do#
- Analyze purchasing data and prepare reports on spend, supplier performance, and market trends.
- Assist buyers with supplier follow-up to confirm delivery commitments, pricing, and documentation.
- Support sourcing activities by compiling bid packages and evaluating cost and lead-time tradeoffs.
- Maintain accurate data within our ERP systems and procurement trackers.
- Help manage the Approved Supplier List and supplier onboarding documentation.
- Create training materials and work instructions to support procurement standard work.
- Partner with departments including Planning, Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance, IT, Legal, and HR on supply-chain initiatives.
- Complete assigned projects, analyze your findings, and present recommendations to leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university as a rising junior or senior.
- Majors in Supply Chain Management, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.
- Proficiency in Excel, including V-lookup, Pivot tables, What-If analysis, and Power Query.
- Familiarity with basic Power BI functions.
- Ability to learn Articulate 360 software for training creation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to organize tasks effectively in a schedule-driven environment.
- Interest in lean enterprise principles and business process automation.
Location & details#
- Location: East Granby, Connecticut.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: This position may involve access to controlled information subject to U.S. export control laws. Offers are contingent upon the verification of U.S. person status or the successful acquisition of necessary export licenses.
About Barnes Aerospace
Barnes Aerospace manufactures complex engine components for the aviation and aerospace sectors. The company provides repair and overhaul services for commercial and defense platforms. It maintains a global facility footprint to support major original equipment manufacturers. Based in Windsor, Connecticut, the firm employs over 1,600 people.
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