Procurement Intern at Veritiv in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Description:

Veritiv's Internship Program will provide real world experience, team projects, social events, volunteer work and professional development trainings. The internships are full-time, hybrid and run June 2 to August 8, 2025.



Job Purpose:



Our Procurement/Indirect Sourcing Intern will help identify a business category opportunity utilizing analytical skills and multiple systems. This role will assist with developing a category strategy, complete request for proposal, analyze the results and implement them to drive cost out and to standardize supplier selection and performance.



Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with multiple internal customers on projects and presentations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline process improvements.
• Take ownership of a project and then assist other team members to support company initiatives.



Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• Assist in managing a specific Indirect Category by sourcing goods and services, including but not limited to equipment, services, software, and hardware.
• Help develop and implement a category strategy collaborating with the organization.
• Participate in a various of responsibilities pertaining to the vendor management process including but not limited to vendor negotiations, performance and contract development.
• Create a collaborative environment for the selection of key vendors for your assigned category.
• Help conduct RFP/RFQ.
• Provide market analysis.
• Negotiate contracts terms and performance metrics to drive value to Veritiv.
• Pursuing a general business, supply chain, marketing, management or economics degree is preferred.
• Must have a high level of integrity, energy, and leadership ability.



Work Experience:

• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.
• Must be highly motivated, flexible and deadline driven.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail skills are required.
• The ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.



Education:

• Bachelor's Degree In Progress



What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here .



Veritiv Corporation , headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we're helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn .


Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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