Procurement, Strategic Sourcing and Purchasing Intern (Remote) - Maximus
Buffalo, NY 14201
About the Job
Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs. Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide data analysis support to project and operations management. - Perform routine administrative functions. - Assist in special projects across various operational departments. - Work on assignments that are moderately difficult and escalate issues to management. - Assist with ad-hoc reporting. Minimum Requirements: - Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a college degree in a related field. - Must have completed a minimum of 2 years of coursework. - Skilled in standard computer applications and platforms such as Outlook and MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel. - Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities with superior attention to detail. - Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment. - Strong interpersonal communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
The ideal candidate for this position should be a rising senior studying Business Administration, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management. Must be able to work well independently with guided support from manager. The candidate should have a positive and open-minded attitude. Previous internship/office experience is preferred but not required.
- Assist with purchasing company materials and services
- Assist in analyzing costs and negotiate prices for goods and services
- Manage databases and input information, data, and records
- Assist with analyzing existing contracts, build contract database
- Analyze sourcing and savings data, generate reporting, communicate insights using data analytics tools
- Create dashboards of monthly spend categories
- Participate in ERP (Coupa) optimization projects
- Work with both internal and external stakeholders
- Provide data analysis support to project and operations management.
- Perform routine administrative functions.
- Assist in special projects across various operational departments.
- Work on assignments that are moderately difficult and escalate issues to management.
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting.
Skills
- Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-Oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work remotely and stay on task
EEO Statement
EEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.