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Emma – The Sleep Company

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Frankfurt
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, available for 6+ months, enjoy fast-paced work, be analytical and organized, communicate well in English, and master Excel with some procurement experience.
  • You will collaborate on cost reduction, negotiate with partners, identify savings, find suppliers, enhance processes, and assess risks to improve supply chain efficiency and pricing.

Requirements

  • You are studying a bachelor's or master's degree in Business, Engineering or related fields.
  • You are looking for an internship and are available for at least 6 months.
  • You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
  • You are analytical, well organized, independent, and driven to challenge the status quo, your vendors, and stakeholders. You are ambitious, solution oriented, able to propose unique and creative solutions.
  • You can communicate well in English and enjoy collaborating with different teams in a multicultural environment.
  • You are digitally savvy and master MS Office, in particular Excel.
  • Ideally, you have already gained practical experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

  • You will collaborate on cost reduction projects and support negotiations with business partners.
  • You will identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategic actions in the supply chain.
  • You will find new suppliers across different regions and help improve internal processes.
  • You will develop deep knowledge of suppliers, cost drivers, sourcing markets, and trends to ensure competitive pricing.
  • You will support supply chain risk assessments, collaborate on vendor development, and participate in product lifecycle decisions to drive cost and efficiency improvements.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for at least 6 months.

What educational background is required for this internship?

You should be studying a bachelor's or master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related fields.

What kind of projects will I be working on as a Strategic Procurement Intern?

You will collaborate on cost reduction projects, support negotiations with business partners, identify cost-saving opportunities, and help improve internal processes.

Is prior experience in procurement or supply chain management required?

Ideally, you should have already gained practical experience in procurement, planning, or supply chain management, but it's not mandatory.

What skills are important for this internship?

You should be analytical, well-organized, independent, driven to challenge the status quo, and able to propose unique and creative solutions. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, is also important.

Will I have opportunities for personal and professional growth during the internship?

Yes, you will have a combination of personal and company growth opportunities to accelerate your career and help you reach your goals.

What benefits do interns receive?

Interns receive employee discounts on Emma products, discounted gym memberships, and access to German classes.

Is the internship position international?

Yes, the role is part of a dedicated, international team, allowing you to collaborate in a multicultural environment.

How do you handle diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Emma proudly celebrates diversity and is committed to promoting inclusion, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

What is the company's stance on innovation?

Emma encourages questioning the status quo, disruption, and innovation, seeking individuals who are willing to create from the ground up.

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Emma – The Sleep Company

Awakening people to their full sleep potential. One night at a time.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Emma – The Sleep Company. We revolutionise sleep by pushing the boundaries of what technology can do for rest. Our aim is to awaken people's best by enhancing their sleep. We are one of Europe’s fastest-growing sleep innovation companies representing over 65 nationalities at our international offices in Frankfurt, Lisbon, Manila, and Mexico City. Our work culture is built on strong values promoting community, agility, and ownership. Growth and excellence in all areas are important to us, which is why we offer our team members opportunities to unlock their full potential professionally and personally. Emma proudly celebrates diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting inclusion in our workplace. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.