Responsibilities of the Intern:

Intake purchase requests (PRs) from internal stakeholders (R&D, mechanical, electronics) and translate them into sourcing tasks.
Create and issue Purchase Orders (POs) to suppliers, ensuring clarity on specifications, cost, lead time, quality expectations.
Source new suppliers or vendors (domestic & international) to meet technical specs, cost, and schedule constraints.
Manage vendor onboarding: collect registration documents, certifications, NDA, quality credentials, register them in procurement systems.
Follow up on order acknowledgments, track ETA, monitor PO execution status daily.
Coordinate with quality & inspection teams on rejected parts / non-conformance, manage supplier corrective actions.
Work with logistics and supply chain teams to coordinate inbound shipments, customs documentation, freight, etc.
Liaise with finance for invoice validation, payment scheduling, and resolution of supplier billing issues.
Assist in cost analysis, price negotiation, and supplier performance evaluation.

Requirements:

Currently pursuing or recently completed B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc in Mechanical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Industrial Engineering or equivalent
Basic understanding of mechanical components (sheet metal, machined parts, castings, fasteners, bought-outs)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups, formulas)
Prior exposure / internship in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing in hardware / manufacturing
Understanding of quality standards (ISO, inspection, GD&T)
Awareness of import / export / customs processes