Engineering Commodity Purchasing

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Job Summary: Internship in the Engineering Commodity Purchasing department, ensuring the availability of technical components and supporting international automotive projects. Key Highlights: 1. Develop competencies in data analysis and reporting. 2. Participate in negotiations with international suppliers. 3. Integrate into collaborative environments, fostering innovation and continuous improvement. Faurecia Interior Systems Salc España, S.L. (FORVIA GROUP) **Paterna** (Valencia) T/2026/49926 **Apply now for an internship scholarship at Faurecia Interior Systems Salc España, S.L. (FORVIA GROUP)**What does the company offer? * **1** internship position at Faurecia Interior Systems Salc España, S.L. (FORVIA GROUP) for **12 months**, starting in **May 2026** * Monthly gross scholarship allowance of **1\.000,00€** * 7 hours per day, full-time schedule * Internship location in Spain: Paterna (Valencia) * The scholarship includes enrollment in the Master’s Program in Productivity, Adaptive Management, and Innovation (Nebrija University) What profile is the company seeking? * **University undergraduate student missing only the Final Year Project (TFG/PFC) or university undergraduate student missing only 1 course or university undergraduate student missing only 2 courses or university undergraduate student missing only 3 courses or university graduate or university graduate with a master’s degree** * **Higher Vocational Training (FP) graduate** Proposed Training Plan About the Company and Department The internship will take place in the **Engineering Commodity Purchasing department**, located within the R\+D center. This team plays a critical role in the supply chain, ensuring the availability of technical components under optimal conditions of cost, quality, and delivery time. The Purchasing department works closely with engineering, quality, logistics, and finance teams, providing a cross-functional business perspective and contributing to the success of international automotive projects. Training Objectives – Master’s Program in Productivity, Adaptive Management, and Innovation During the program, the intern will be able to: * Learn how to **optimize supply chain processes**, aligning costs, lead times, and technical requirements. * Develop competencies in **data analysis and reporting**, identifying deviations and improvement opportunities. * Understand the process of **bid evaluation and purchase order management** in industrial settings. * Participate in **negotiation dynamics with international suppliers**, gaining strategic insight. * Apply concepts of **adaptive management and data-driven decision-making**. * Integrate into collaborative environments, fostering **innovation and continuous improvement**. Training Plan (Learning Activities) The intern will learn to: * Collaborate with technical teams in monitoring international automotive projects. * Support the preparation and analysis of monthly reports, identifying potential deviations. * Analyze supplier bids and understand selection criteria. * Participate in interactions with national and international suppliers. * Collaborate with various departments (quality, logistics, finance, and engineering) to gain a holistic view of the business. * Understand the practical application of procurement policies in an industrial environment. ‍ Mentorship and Follow-up * **Specialized tutoring:** Continuous guidance provided by a purchasing domain expert. * **Progress evaluation:** Definition of training objectives and individualized follow-up. * **Continuous feedback:** Periodic review of learning outcomes to support professional development. Candidate Profile **Qualifications:** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Organization Engineering, Industrial Technologies Engineering, or related fields. **Key competencies:** * Teamwork in multidisciplinary environments * Proactivity and initiative * Capacity for continuous learning * Goal orientation and improvement mindset * Adaptability to international environments **Languages:** * English level B2–C1 * A second language (French or German) is valued **Other desirable attributes:** * Driver’s license * Availability for occasional travel