Supply Chain Intern (Northampton, MA)

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Supply Chain Intern

Job Code: SMIC

Job Location: Northampton, MA

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Intern to join our team for the summer. The intern will support the Maritime Supply Chain department in various activities, rotating through the major functional areas over the course of two consecutive summers. Those functional areas include purchasing, supplier management, subcontracts, and supply chain program management. This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field who is eager to gain real-world experience in Supply Chain.

Additional Information:

• Remote work options are not available for this role, and all work must be conducted in-person at one of the job locations listed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the procurement/subcontract process, including sourcing and evaluating suppliers, obtaining quotes, and preparing purchase orders.

• Support the management of supplier relationships, including communication, performance evaluation, and issue resolution.

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and assess market trends.

• Help maintain accurate procurement/subcontract records and documentation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services, and to drive supply chain best practices and efficiencies.

• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations related to procurement activities.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement/subcontract efficiency and effectiveness.

• Standardizing and modernizing RFP templates and subcontract document packages for consistency and compliance.

• Participate in internal meetings, supplier discussions, and government compliance reviews as appropriate.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supply chain teams.

Required Qualificiations:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Policy / Government Contracts or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interest in government procurement, federal acquisition, or defense supply chain management

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• U.S. citizenship required

• Relevant coursework or experience in:

• Government Contracting or Federal Acquisition (FAR/DFARS)

• Cost/Price Analysis or Managerial Accounting

• Business Law or Contract Law

• Excel VBA or Power BI (a plus)

• Proficieny with Microsoft Excel i.e, pivot tables, formulas, basic data modeling.

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Costpoint is a plus

• Familiarity with Sharepoint

• Collaborative, self-starting, and eager to learn in a fast-paced, regulated environment

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $20.50 - $41.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $18.00 - $36.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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