Data Scientist Intern - Supplier Management Analytics & AI

The Data Scientist Intern - Supplier Management Analytics & AI supports the Global Supplier Management organization by developing analytical solutions, AI-enabled capabilities, and reporting automation that improve supplier governance, performance management, commercial decision-making, and operational efficiency.

The role works closely with the Global Supplier Management Lead, Vendor Account Managers (VAMs), Operations, Procurement, Finance, and other stakeholders to transform data into actionable insights. The intern will contribute to strategic initiatives involving advanced analytics, business intelligence, forecasting, process automation, and Generative AI.

This position provides hands-on experience at the intersection of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, and Supplier Management within a global enterprise environment.

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and executive reporting solutions.
• Analyze supplier, financial, commercial, and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Build KPI, SLA, and supplier performance scorecards.
• Support QBRs, governance reviews, and executive presentations with data-driven insights.
• Perform ad hoc analyses to support strategic business decisions.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reporting quality.

• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes using AI and Power Platform tools.
• Develop prototypes using Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Python, and Machine Learning techniques.
• Support implementation of predictive analytics and forecasting models.
• Automate reporting, data preparation, and governance activities.
• Explore innovative uses of AI to improve supplier management effectiveness and team productivity.

• Support Vendor Account Managers in supplier performance and commercial analyses.
• Assist with spend analysis, benchmarking, rate competitiveness, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Help prepare business cases, executive summaries, and strategic recommendations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the supplier management organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Finance, Legal, Operations, and Business Management.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
  • Data Science
  • Computer Science
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering
  • Business Analytics
  • Related field
• Knowledge of:
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Visualization principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced global environment.

• Experience with Power BI.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform.
• Familiarity with Machine Learning concepts.
• Exposure to Generative AI technologies.
• Knowledge of Azure, Databricks, or cloud analytics platforms.
• Understanding of procurement, supplier management, or business operations processes.

• Python
• SQL
• Power BI
• Excel
• Data Modeling
• Data Visualization
• Statistical Analysis
• Machine Learning Fundamentals
• Generative AI
• Microsoft Copilot
• Power Automate
• Data Storytelling

• Adoption and business impact of dashboards and analytical solutions.
• Reduction in manual reporting effort through automation.
• Improved visibility of supplier performance and commercial metrics.
• Delivery of actionable insights supporting management decisions.
• Successful implementation of AI-enabled productivity enhancements.
• Positive stakeholder feedback from VAMs and leadership teams.

This role acts as the analytics and AI accelerator for the Supplier Management organization, enabling leaders and Vendor Account Managers to spend less time collecting data and more time driving supplier performance, governance excellence, risk reduction, and business value.

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