Supply Chain Intern - Supplier Data, Onboarding & Supplier Quality Support
Job Title: Supply Chain Intern - Supplier Data, Onboarding & Supplier Quality Support
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: Sr. Director, Supply Chain & Logistics
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary and Objectives:
The Supply Chain Intern will support the Supply Chain and Supplier Quality teams by maintaining supplier master data, assisting with supplier onboarding activities, and updating supplier quality records and documentation. This role provides hands-on experience with supply chain processes, supplier management, data governance, and quality system administration while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
---Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Supplier Data Management
· Review, validate, and maintain supplier master data within company ERP, procurement, and quality systems.
· Ensure supplier information is accurate, complete, and aligned across business systems.
· Assist with data cleansing and standardization efforts to improve supplier record accuracy.
· Generate reports and support analysis of supplier-related data.
· Supplier Onboarding Support
· Assist with the supplier onboarding process, including collection and tracking of required documentation.
· Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements.
· Verify supplier documentation including certifications, insurance certificates, banking information, W-9 forms, and compliance records as applicable.
· Supplier Quality Record Maintenance
· Update supplier quality records and maintain documentation within the Supplier Quality Management System.
· Assist with tracking supplier corrective actions, quality notifications, and supplier performance metrics.
· Maintain records of supplier certifications and quality management system documentation.
· Process Improvement & Administrative Support
· Identify opportunities to improve supplier data accuracy and process efficiency.
· Create and update process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
· Support cross-functional projects involving Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.
· Perform other supply chain and supplier management duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Does not regularly supervise employees.
Required Qualifications and Work Experience:
· Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
· Analytical mindset with an interest in data management and process improvement.
Preferred Qualifications and Work Experience:
· Experience with ERP systems, procurement platforms, or quality management systems.
· Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
· Familiarity with supplier management or quality concepts.
· Experience working with large data sets.
Learning Opportunities:
· Exposure to end-to-end supply chain and procurement processes.
· Experience with supplier lifecycle management and onboarding.
· Understanding of supplier quality systems and compliance requirements.
· Development of data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement skills.
· Opportunity to collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and Operations teams.
Physical Demands:
· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer and office equipment.
· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
· Location: Rochester, NH, or as applicable.
· Professional office and manufacturing environment.
· Core business hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; internship scheduling may be part-time or full-time.
Additional Information:
· Internship Duration: Seasonal/Semester-Based Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time).
· This position is expected to work on-site in Rochester, New Hampshire, unless otherwise specified.
Job description is a guideline only:
· This job description is a summary of the main functions and responsibilities of this position as it currently exists. It is not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list or description and may evolve and change over time in accordance with business and market demands.
· This job description is also not a contract, and NextPhase Medical Devices LLC may from time-to-time in its discretion revise, amend, and update this job description to better reflect the actual functions and responsibilities the employee performs.
· Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
· NextPhase Medical Devices LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.