Strategic Procurement Intern (12-Month Contract)

On-site | Full time | Student (not yet graduated)

About us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

Our Values

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility

Your Tasks:   Manage project qualification activities, ensuring strong project momentum, stakeholder alignment, and successful execution of project objectives. Review, assess, and negotiate adjustment requests and payment term changes with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Support planning and engineering teams by coordinating RFQ (Request for Quotation) requirements and project demand activities. Manage supplier relationships through regular performance reviews and monthly follow-ups, utilizing scorecards focused on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery (OTD), lead times, and quality metrics. Develop comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies and negotiation plans to support procurement objectives. Prepare and issue bid solicitation packages, ensuring completeness and compliance with organizational requirements. Coordinate supplier tender submissions and provide support for internal inquiries throughout the sourcing and evaluation process. Review, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and create work instructions to support operational consistency and compliance. Facilitate supplier onboarding and SAP vendor setup processes. Coordinate and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with suppliers and business partners. Support the preparation, review, and execution of supplier and commercial contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support procurement and sourcing activities.

Requirements:   Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program (e.g., Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong time-management and organizational skills. Self-driven, resourceful, and has a strong work ethic to achieve goals independently and work well in groups.

We offer: The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology An hourly rate of pay of CAD 24 - 26.