Student Co-op, Supply Chain

Title: Student Co-op, Supply Chain Location: Hamilton, Canada Posted Date: 2026-08-04

Key Responsibilities

• Data Analytics & Reporting: Extract, clean, and analyze purchasing and vendor data to track and identify cost-saving opportunities and generate actionable insights.

• Trend & Spend Analysis: Monitor indirect vendor spend patterns, market trends, and historical performance metrics to support strategic decision-making.

• Supply Chain Segmentation Review: Assist in categorizing and segmenting indirect suppliers based on spend, criticality, risk, and operational impact.

• Dashboard Support: Build and update visual reports and dashboards (e.g., Excel, Power BI)

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field.

• Strong analytical background with experience manipulating and interpreting data.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling); familiarity with Power BI is a plus.

• Solid understanding of supply chain fundamentals, procurement concepts, or vendor management.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to summarize complex data into clear findings.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

The hourly rate for this position will be between $19.00 - $23.00 per hour (CAD). The posted range reflects the expected rate for this position. Actual rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience, as well as internal equity considerations.

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

At Samuel, meeting our customer needs is our top priority. With cost-effective distribution and just-in-time delivery of metals and industrial products across North America, we ensure our customers get exactly what they need – any time, anywhere and from a single source.  Our focus on value-added processing services and innovative supply chain solutions allow us to work closely with our customers, ensuring their products are on the market on time. Thanks to our integrated network of products and services supported by our in-house technical leaders and market experts, we are uniquely positioned to become your supplier of choice.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Co-op Student to join our team for a 4 to 8-month term. In this role, you will leverage data analytics to evaluate indirect vendor performance, analyze spend trends, and support supply chain segmentation strategies. This is a hands-on opportunity to apply data-driven problem-solving to real-world procurement and supply chain operations.