Direct Sourcing Intern at L'Oréal in Clark, NJ

Summary: L'Oréal is the world’s #1 beauty company, dedicated to transforming beauty through innovation, science, and sustainability. The Direct Sourcing Intern will support strategic sourcing initiatives and gain hands-on experience in sourcing, project management, and supplier collaboration while working closely with the Sr. Manager/Director. Responsibilities: - Assist with financial reporting, spend analysis, data management, and supplier evaluation - Experience the new launch process, support value analysis, and contribute to business contingency projects - Support the execution of L’Oréal’s sourcing process, including category deep-dives and strategy development - Manage a strategic project from needs analysis through recommendation and implementation, coordinating with buyers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams - Create RFI/RFPs, bid analysis documents, negotiation reports, and maintain internal databases - Seek and deliver feedback to drive self-development and contribute to team success Required Qualifications: - A Current Student: Junior/Senior undergraduate or first-year master's student with a minimum 3.2 GPA, pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field - Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with strong analytical and communication skills - A Team Player: Able to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines - Authorized to Work in the U.S.: Must be available to work up to 40 hours per week Preferred Qualifications: - Experienced (Preferred): Prior internship experience in a relevant area is a plus Required Skills: Microsoft Excel, Financial reporting, Spend analysis, Supplier evaluation, Category strategy development, RFI/RFP creation, Bid analysis, Negotiation reporting, Data management, Project management Benefits: Real Responsibility from Day 1: You’ll be empowered to make an impact and contribute to meaningful projects., A Culture of Learning: Access to L’Oréal’s resources and mentorship to grow your skills and career., An Inclusive Environment: Join a team where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to thrive.