Procurement Intern

As a Procurement Intern at Qwello, your primary responsibilities will include managing the procurement process from request to delivery. This involves issuing purchase orders, tracking shipments, and supporting the setup of automated procurement workflows within our ERP system. You'll also assist in maintaining relationships with suppliers, contribute to contract management, and work closely with the finance team to coordinate invoicing and ensure accuracy.

To apply for the Procurement Intern position at Qwello, you should be pursuing or have recently graduated with a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Having a strong interest in procurement and supply chain processes, along with proficiency in MS Excel or Google Sheets, will be beneficial. Familiarity with ERP systems and fluency in both English and German are also important for this role.

Successful Procurement Interns at Qwello typically possess strong analytical skills focused on process management and automation. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are crucial for managing stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally. A hands-on attitude, coupled with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, can significantly enhance your effectiveness in this role.

At Qwello, we believe in investing in our team members' development. As a Procurement Intern, you will benefit from in-house lunch & learn sessions, collaborative coding challenge discussions, and access to external training, courses, and conferences, all aimed at enhancing your professional skills and knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.

As a Procurement Intern at Qwello, you can expect a remote-friendly environment with flexible work options, whether entirely from home, in one of our offices, or a mix of both. You'll get to be part of an international team with over 30 nationalities, and enjoy regular company events that foster team connectivity and engagement.

When answering this question, discuss each step of the procurement process, including identifying needs, supplier sourcing, issuing purchase orders, and managing delivery. Emphasize how you can contribute to each phase and mention any relevant experience or coursework.

To respond to this question, talk about your curiosity for supply chain dynamics, your problem-solving skills, and how your interests align with Qwello’s mission to promote e-mobility. Show enthusiasm for optimizing processes and contributing to sustainability.

Provide examples of past experiences where you successfully managed multiple responsibilities. Discuss methods like to-do lists, prioritization matrices, or time blocking to illustrate a systematic approach to work.

Explain any projects or coursework where you used MS Excel or Google Sheets, specifically for data management or analysis. Share any advanced skills like pivot tables or VLOOKUP functions that might be relevant to tracking procurement metrics.

When answering, show your conflict resolution skills by outlining steps you would take: first, communicate effectively to understand the issue, then seek to find a mutually beneficial solution, and ensure documentation is maintained for future reference.

Discuss the long-term benefits of strong supplier relationships, such as improved pricing, reliability, and collaboration on innovations. Mention how this aligns with Qwello's mission and operational goals.

Talk about any coursework or projects relevant to ERP systems, or experiences where you utilized automation tools. Express your eagerness to learn about and implement automation in Qwello's procurement workflows.

Highlight qualities such as attention to detail, strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and a proactive attitude. Relate these qualities back to your personal strengths and how they will help you excel at Qwello.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to provide a structured response. Detail the context, the analysis you conducted, the decision made based on your findings, and the outcome that followed.

Discuss specific strategies you use to double-check your work, such as reviewing documents, using checklists, or software tools for accuracy. Emphasize the importance of details in the procurement process.