Supply Chain Intern - Contract Administration (Hybrid)
PPL Corporation
Company Summary Statement
As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
Overview
This is an intern level position in the Supply Chain organization where the primary focus will be on contract administration. In general, this position will be oriented to, and gain a working knowledge of, each function within the Supply Chain department. Beyond the scope of the actual tasks performed, the student becomes familiar with a corporate environment and gains practical skills and knowledge to supplement their classroom experience. Joining PPL as an intern provides you with the opportunity to explore possible career opportunities along with:
+ Meeting senior executives,
+ Becoming members of business resource groups,
+ Participating in community service projects, and
+ Contributing to departmental goals.
This position will be part-time throughout the Fall/Spring semesters (approx. 20-25 hours per week) and full-time in the Summer. The intern's work schedule will be determined based on their school schedule.
Responsibilities
+ Assess supplier safety performance, risk, cost, and quality control.
+ Participate in the bidding, selection, negotiation, and contract administration processes with approved suppliers.
+ Establish strong relationships with internal business stakeholders.
+ Assist with drafting and negotiating a variety of contracts and non-disclosure agreements.
+ Assist senior contract administrators with special projects as needed.
+ Utilize resources to locate and research diverse suppliers.
+ Advise internal customers on Oracle processing issues and maintain accurate records.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
GPA – Minimum 3.00
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
GPA – Minimum 3.00
+ Assess supplier safety performance, risk, cost, and quality control.
+ Participate in the bidding, selection, negotiation, and contract administration processes with approved suppliers.
+ Establish strong relationships with internal business stakeholders.
+ Assist with drafting and negotiating a variety of contracts and non-disclosure agreements.
+ Assist senior contract administrators with special projects as needed.
+ Utilize resources to locate and research diverse suppliers.
+ Advise internal customers on Oracle processing issues and maintain accurate records.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
Remote Work
The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.
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