Strategic Sourcing Intern

Job Description:

Division Summary

ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening offers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon, Red Head, Ramset), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ), self-drilling screws (Teks) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor). ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.

Position Summary

ITW's Internship Program is aimed at providing meaningful and fulfilling work experience under the mentorship of skilled professionals. This summer internship program will provide you with marketable experiences and skills, as well as introduce you to ITW's unique way of doing business. Excellent performance can result in a full-time employment offer.

The Strategic Sourcing Intern will support the sourcing and supply chain team by performing specialized tasks across procurement, supplier management, and operational analysis. This role will assist with developing an inventory replenishment system, creating and maintaining monthly reporting templates, and supporting both Manufacturing and Outsource departments on day-to-day needs. The intern will gain hands-on experience in cost analysis, supplier performance evaluation, and data-driven decision-making. Additional responsibilities include conducting market research, helping track material lead times, monitoring supplier capacity, supporting RFQ activities, and participating in continuous improvement projects across the supply chain. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop basic understanding of assigned commodities: current market conditions, key cost drivers, global supply base, and industry terminology, as it relates to creating purchasing programs for ITW companies.
• Supplier & Sourcing Support: Assist in gathering and analyzing quotes from suppliers (RFQs). Help evaluate supplier performance (OTD, quality, cost). Support supplier transitions and onboarding documentation. Identify sourcing opportunities to drive savings and cost avoidance via spend analysis, stakeholder interviews, and market trends.
• Cost & Data Analysis: Perform cost breakdowns and variance analysis for materials and components. Support the creation of dashboards for spend, usage, and inventory health. Quantify the benefits of sourcing initiatives including the expected savings and baseline spend.
• Inventory & Operations: Participate in inventory optimization projects (min/max levels, WOH, safety stock). Analyze historical usage and forecast trends. Support production by ensuring material availability and resolving shortages.
• Process & Continuous Improvement: Assist in updating SOPs and process maps for sourcing workflows. Help identify inefficiencies and propose solutions to improve flow.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Outsource, Quality, and Logistics. Communicate with suppliers regarding lead time changes, confirmations, and updates. Support new product introduction sourcing tasks when applicable.
• Influencing key stakeholders on strategy initiatives.
• Partner across the business to improve financial results related to sourcing activities.
• Utilize project management skills to create a timeline, set milestones, measure progress, and report findings to team.
• Use Power BI and excel as tools to develop templates and charts/graphs for reporting
• Participate in ITW intern networking, volunteer, and professional development opportunities

Job Requirements:

• Rising Junior (graduating in 2028), pursuing an undergraduate degree in Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Strong MS Excel skills, including V-lookup, H-lookup and indexing functions, pivot tables and graphs. Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Resourceful and able to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and able to cleanse large sets of data (identifying mistakes in address field assignments, etc.).
• Must be able to present your accomplishments, lessons learned, and insights in briefings to Strategic Sourcing leadership.
• This internship is approximately 40 hours per week for 12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates within the range of May-September.
• Must have reliable transportation to get you to and from the facility

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position within typical manufacturing working conditions.

The majority of work will be performed in an office setting. Occasionally, the employee may be required to spend time in manufacturing and distribution areas. When working in these environments, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in accordance with divisional safety standards. Reasonable accommodations will be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of the role.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this role, the employee will frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities necessary for this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Information:

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally. For more details, visit our Benefits page.

In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

Hourly base salary for this position is $22.00. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.