Supply Chain Intern

Supply Chain Intern Coventry, England

Mecalac Construction Equipment UK Ltd
Full Time Coventry, England 20339 - 21000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

About the job

Mecalac is a leader in the design and manufacture of compact construction equipment. Renowned for stylish design, rental-tough build quality and safety-critical operator technologies, our extensive range is used on sites worldwide. With more than 70 years’ experience in development and production, we continue to innovate, boasting a comprehensive portfolio of compact equipment specifically developed to revolutionise operations for construction professionals – saving time, money and labour.

From class-leading site dumpers and backhoe loaders, to compaction rollers, wheel loaders and a unique portfolio of first-to-market excavators, we guarantee superior performance, flexibility and speed. Choosing Mecalac means embracing innovation, efficiency, comfort, safety and performance – the perfect solution for every application.

Purchasing / Supply Chain Internship Opportunity

We have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and keen individual who is looking for a workplace experience and a career in procurement or supply chain profession.

Successful candidate will be taking on a project of understanding our current inbound freight process and really shaking things up by proposing improvements and making tangible savings. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the business and gain valuable hands-on experience in a professional, highly driven, knowledgeable and supportive team.

You will be mentored by one of our experienced Senior Buyers and working on mapping our supply chain. You will be identifying our current inbound freight process, process wastes and proposing improvements using lean methodology. You with then have the opportunity to put improvement proposals forward and participate in tendering transport solutions, quote analysis and bid summary, contractual terms and conditions negotiations and sourcing recommendations.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates working towards at least a Level 5 (NVQ / Diploma / HND or Foundation Degree) qualification or equivalent in supply chain, procurement or logistics discipline.

Essential skills and experience also include:

  • Excellent computer literacy skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook to intermediate level.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Resilient and able to stay calm under pressure.
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
  • Ability to work well and collaborate across various levels within the business and outside.
  • Experience of collaborative project work, negotiating and creative problem solving.
  • Knowledge of supply chain and procurement principles, ideally lean methodology
  • Excellent mathematical reasoning and analytical skills.
  • Creative thinking and problem solving skills.

We offer competitive salary and benefits including:

  • £21,000 per annum basic salary.
  • 25 days holiday + 8 public holidays
  • 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Thu 08.30-17.00, Fri 08.30-14.00
  • Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee discounts and wellbeing support
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cycle2Work etc.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: £20,339.22-£21,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Life insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Coventry: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REPLACEMENT_STRING00019

Supply Chain Intern
Mecalac Construction Equipment UK Ltd

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