About the role#
We are looking for a Supply Chain Intern to join the Hydraulic Valve Systems Division. This position begins in January 2027 and continues through the summer. You will work with the sourcing team on supplier management, cost analysis, data reporting, and continuous improvement projects. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Support sourcing specialists and buyers with daily procurement and supplier management tasks.
- Prepare RFQs, analyze supplier quotes, and manage sourcing documentation.
- Maintain and analyze data regarding supplier pricing, spend, delivery, quality, and performance.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, productivity, and value improvement.
- Communicate with suppliers about pricing, lead times, capacity, delivery performance, and corrective actions.
- Create supplier scorecards, quarterly business review materials, and sourcing presentations.
- Manage purchasing records, supplier files, contracts, and sourcing databases.
- Collaborate on projects with teams in engineering, operations, quality, finance, and logistics.
- Support initiatives for Kanban, inventory reduction, and supply continuity.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or Finance.
- Strong skills in organization, analysis, and problem solving.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to communicate professionally with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- A detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with data analysis tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Elyria, Ohio.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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