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2026 Future Talent Program - Global Supplier Management Group IT Procurement & Reseller Strategy - Co-op
2026 Future Talent Program - Global Supplier Management Group IT Procurement & Reseller Strategy - Co-opMerck • West Point, PA, US
2026 Future Talent Program - Global Supplier Management Group IT Procurement & Reseller Strategy - Co-op

2026 Future Talent Program - Global Supplier Management Group IT Procurement & Reseller Strategy - Co-op

Merck • West Point, PA, US
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Future Talent Program Co-op Position

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Support Functions Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

This co-op position provides hands-on experience in IT procurement, catalog management, process improvement, reporting automation, and audit readiness. You will manage the global rollout of the Reseller Peripheral Catalog, assist with end-to-end IT procurement process improvements and guided-buying updates, participate in audit readiness activities and support daily operations which include approving Purchase Order Requests in Ariba. This role is a learning opportunity with mentorship from procurement professionals and exposure to cross-functional stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities Include :

  • Manage the Global Peripheral Catalog
  • Measure the performance of the pilot catalog launches
  • Determine the scope for the Global Peripheral Catalog roll out and develop the plan.
  • Assist with catalog setup tasks such as SKU mapping, content verification, and pricing checks under mentor guidance.
  • Help coordinate approvals and update rollout trackers and communications.
  • Support post-launch adoption monitoring by collecting usage data and preparing simple adoption summaries.
  • Support E2E Process Improvements for IT Procurement
  • Help map current procurement processes and document simple process flows and checklists.
  • Support guided-buying updates by compiling input from category contacts : Arslan and Stefan (Software), Emily Yee (Professional Services), and Rita (HIT).
  • Assist in creating user guides, FAQs, and training materials for updated processes.
  • Participate in meetings, take notes, and follow up on action items.
  • Audit Readiness Support
  • Assist the audit team by organizing documentation, preparing basic audit evidence packets, and maintaining document lists.
  • Participate in self-audit exercises to identify gaps and document follow-up tasks.
  • Support document cleanup projects, including file organization and tagging for retention.
  • Purchase Order Approval in Ariba
  • Check PO requests for completeness (requestor, justification, cost center, item, price, delivery date)
  • Approve or return requests with clear instructions and keep records for audit
  • Review legal / security needs for software or services and escalate when needed.
  • Ensure vendor, pricing, and required technical approvals are in place.
  • Verify items are on an approved catalog / contract or get exception approval.
  • Confirm funds are available and follow the approval matrix.

Learning Objectives :

  • Understand procurement catalog management and reseller strategies.
  • Learn basics of sourcing evaluations and cost comparisons.
  • Gain experience documenting and improving business processes.
  • Develop skills in data analysis and reporting automation (Excel, Power Query, Power BI basics).
  • Learn fundamentals of audit readiness and compliance documentation.
  • Build professional communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
  • Required Experience and Skills :

  • Completed at least 2 years of college toward a degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong interest in procurement, supply chain, IT operations, or analytics.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI, SQL, or scripting is a plus but not requiredtraining will be provided.
  • Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage time, follow instructions, and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  • Preferred Experience and Skills :

  • Prior internship, campus job, or project experience involving data analysis, process documentation, or customer service.
  • Basic knowledge of procurement systems or enterprise tools (Ariba, Coupa, Workday) is a plus.
  • Exposure to guided buying or catalog concepts is an advantage.
  • Salary range : The salary range for this role is $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

    FTP2026

    GSF2026

    Employee Status : Intern / Co-op (Fixed Term)

    Relocation : No

    VISA Sponsorship : No

    Travel Requirements : No Travel Required

    Flexible Work Arrangements : Hybrid

    Shift : Not Indicated

    Valid Driving License : No

    Hazardous Material(s) : n / a

    Job Posting End Date : 11 / 3 / 2025

    Requisition ID : R370208

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