2025 Summer Internship - Procurement

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario.

We are currently seeking a motivated Procurement Summer Intern to join our dynamic procurement team. This is a paid, temporary internship, ideal for juniors or seniors interested in gaining hands-on experience in procurement and sourcing. Based in Princeton, NJ, this role offers a hybrid work environment with in-person collaboration at least two days per week. As a Procurement Summer Intern, you will gain valuable exposure to Kyowa Kirin’s global procurement function. Through this internship, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that contribute to the company’s procurement strategy, preparing you for an entry-level role in procurement. You'll gain end-to-end experience in the Source-to-Pay process, from analyzing spending to executing a full RFP. You will also engage with internal stakeholders and external vendors, negotiate contracts, and present project results to the team.

To support your growth and learning, you will be assigned a dedicated mentor who will guide you through each step of the process, ensuring you gain comprehensive experience in the procurement field.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Procurement Summer Intern, you will be involved in various impactful activities designed to develop your professional skills and understanding of procurement, including:

• Starting with an introduction to vendor risk management, new vendor onboarding, and the fundamentals of the procure-to-pay process.
• Conducting spend analysis to help prioritize opportunities for business consolidation and value creation.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to define project scope and procurement requirements.
• Leading a strategic sourcing project, including the execution of an RFP (Request for Proposal).
• Utilizing procurement tools such as competitive intelligence and benchmarking to support sourcing decisions.
• Engaging and negotiating with external vendors to ensure the best value for the organization.
• Presenting award recommendations to internal stakeholders and contributing to final decision-making.
• Participating in the contracting process, from vendor notification to final agreement execution.
• Presenting final project outcomes and results to the procurement team and other relevant stakeholders.
• Working closely with a mentor to gain insights and guidance throughout the Source-to-Pay process.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Data Analytics, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.
• Rising junior or senior status preferred.
• Interns are required to be able to work from May 27^th, 2025 - August 15^th, 2025
• The ability to work a hybrid schedule is required
• Candidates are required to live within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ.
• This position requires that candidates be able to work in the United States on a permanent and on-going basis.
• Exposure to supply chain management, procurement, or finance through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills are a plus, including the ability to present ideas clearly to internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous exposure to public speaking or presentation courses is a plus.
• Availability to work in person at least two days per week at our Princeton, NJ office, with flexibility for additional in-person meetings as needed.

Why Intern with Us?

At Kyowa Kirin, we offer more than just an internship. As part of our procurement team, you will gain hands-on experience with real projects that directly contribute to our business goals. You will:

• Work on meaningful, high-impact tasks that enhance your skills and prepare you for an entry-level role in procurement.
• Be guided by a dedicated mentor who will support your development throughout the internship.
• Gain exposure to Kyowa Kirin’s Source-to-Pay process and the full procurement lifecycle, from vendor onboarding to contract execution.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external vendors, giving you a well-rounded understanding of the procurement function in a global pharmaceutical company.
• Be part of a company committed to discovering and delivering breakthroughs in areas of unmet medical need, helping to improve patients’ lives worldwide.

Join us and build a foundation for your future in procurement while contributing to our mission to make people smile by delivering innovative solutions where they are most needed.

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