Global Sourcing Associate -Indirect

Global Sourcing Associate (Intern) Company Overview At Mitsubishi Power, we’re not just building better clean energy technologies; we’re architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation and energy storage to fast-track the world’s energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. At Mitsubishi Power, we value problem-solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture created through accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our core values of Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable, and Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to, making net zero a reality. One team, one future. Position Summary The Global Sourcing Associate (Intern) will coordinate and direct activities and individuals involved with procuring goods and services, such as equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and a variety of services required to run Mitsubishi Power Americas’ operations and meet customer commitments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Understand, establish, and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs) for indirect materials and services Project manage sourcing initiatives to achieve departmental and company goals Establish, evaluate, and select suppliers to develop a qualified supplier base Review and evaluate monthly global sourcing data to make decisions that support company direction and growth Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority Manage contracts to verify vendor compliance with contract requirements Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality-control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine the source of the issue and take corrective action Conduct supplier performance reviews for quality, delivery, and reliability Establish long-term agreements with suppliers Support major procurement activities, including the procurement of capital equipment and new projects Maintain procurement records, including items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality, and performance Provide support to upper management in efforts to meet corporate goals, objectives, and projects Perform other duties as required Other Duties and Responsibilities Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources Participate in proactive team efforts and leadership to achieve departmental, company, and individual goals and objectives Contribute to building a positive team spirit Communicate effectively with employees and management at all levels Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing, or using it for the benefit of third parties Maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity at all times Perform other duties as required Knowledge, Skills, and Education To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or university Must have an interest in learning about or experience with supply chain, buying, selling, contracts, cost reductions, or budgets Bilingual Spanish and English skills are a plus but are not required Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, contracts, engineering drawings, engineering specifications for materials, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, cu…

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