Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc., in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for a Strategic Supply Chain Associate (INTERNSHIP).
Company Overview
At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation and energy storage to fast-track the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. At Mitsubishi Power, we value problem-solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture created through accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our core values of: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to — making net zero a reality.
One team, one future.
- Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s Program (B.S.) at a four-year college or university pursuing Supply Chain or General Business degree and have interest in learning or exp. with supply chain.
- Junior year students preferred.
- Location: Lake Mary, FL Headquarters
- Work Schedule: Must be able to work 16-28 hours a week minimum. During School students can work a max of 28 hours a week during business hours and During school Breaks and Summer can work up to 40 hours a week as needed. (We will work around your school schedule).
- Length of Internship: 1 Year Minimum and could extend longer OR turn into a full-time position with approved headcount.
- Target start date is OCTOBER 12th and must be able to work over the Summer.
Role Overview
This internship position provides direct support to the Senior Director, Strategic Supply Chain Management (SCM). The intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple supply chain disciplines, including Direct Strategic Sourcing, Indirect Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Bottoming Cycle, Diamond Procurement Network (DPN), Cost Management, and the Power+ Supply Chain Transformation Program.
The intern will assist in the execution of strategic sourcing initiatives, strategic supply chain strategy development, supplier and capacity management activities, cost reduction projects, supply chain analytics, digital transformation efforts, and executive reporting. This role offers exposure to procurement processes, supplier relationship management, contract administration, category strategy development, cost management methodologies, and enterprise-wide supply chain transformation initiatives.
The learning objectives include developing a foundational understanding of strategic sourcing, procurement operations, supplier management, supply chain analytics, cost optimization, capacity planning, and transformation program management while supporting business objectives and customer commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Senior Director, Strategic SCM, the intern will:
- Support strategic initiatives across Direct and Indirect Strategic Sourcing category management teams.
- Assist with supplier capacity planning activities, long-term sourcing strategies, and supplier relationship management efforts.
- Support the Bottoming Cycle Supply Chain team with procurement activities, supplier coordination, and project execution requirements.
- Assist with Diamond Procurement Network (DPN) initiatives, including supplier engagement, performance tracking, and process standardization.
- Support Cost Management projects through data collection, spend analysis, benchmarking, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Contribute to Power+ Supply Chain Transformation Program activities, including process improvement projects, dashboard development, reporting, and data analytics.
- Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards and KPI reports using Power BI, Excel, and other digital tools.
- Assist leadership in analyzing supplier performance, spend trends, sourcing opportunities, capacity utilization, and operational risks.
- Support the management of approved vendor lists (AVL), supplier qualifications, and supplier performance metrics.
- Prepare RFQs, support bid evaluations, and assist sourcing teams with supplier negotiations and purchasing activities.
- Create, revise, and track purchase orders within SAP and support procurement process compliance.
- Maintain supply chain records, sourcing documentation, contract files, and supplier-related information.
- Support cross-functional collaboration with Commercial Operations, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams.
- Assist with preparation of presentations, business reviews, executive updates, and strategic sourcing reports for leadership.
- Participate in supplier meetings, project reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives designed to strengthen supply chain performance.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Senior Director, Strategic SCM and functional leadership.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources;
- Participate in proactive team efforts and leadership to achieve departmental, company and individual goals and objectives;
- Contribute to building a positive team spirit;
- Communicate effectively with subordinates and management at all levels;
- Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties;
- Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times;
- Perform other such duties as may be required.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (B.S.) at a four-year college or university pursuing Supply Chain or General Business degree and have interest in learning or exp. with supply chain.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and basic database. Must have exp. with MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel (Pivot tables, V look up etc. a PLUS), Power Point. Experience with Power BI, Tableau is a plus. Must be open to learning new programs.
- Ability to effectively communicate job tasks, goals and projects to global sourcing staff as well as manage and delegate when necessary.
Physical & Safety Requirements
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Occasionally required to stand and walk. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas.
Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.
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