Architectural Services, Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Cross-Functional, Data Cleaning, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Editing, IT Procurement, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intranet, Knowledge Management, Knowledge Repositories, Manufacturing, Marketing, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Procurement Management, Purchasing/Procurement, SAP, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Sales, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, User Documentation
Job Title: Procurement Operations Intern
Location: Davidson, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Procurement
About 3A Composites:
3A Composites USA specializes in the manufacturing of leading substrates for the graphic display, architectural and framing markets in North America, South America and Central America. With manufacturing facilities in Benton, KY, Statesville, NC, and Glasgow, KY, and sales and marketing offices in Davidson, NC, our industry leading brands include: FOME-COR®, SINTRA®, GATOR®, DISPA®, DIBOND®, LUMEX® G and ALUCOBOND® PLUS. 3A Composites is part of the international 3A Composites Group, which belongs to the listed company Schweiter Technologies headquartered in Steinhausen, Switzerland. At 3A Composites we share common values of integrity and accountability, teamwork, trust & transparency that guide us in our dealings with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. More information about 3A Composites can be found at .
Purpose of this role:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support a high-impact Procurement Operations project focused on process modernization, digital documentation, and SAP data harmonization.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a global manufacturing organization while contributing to meaningful operational improvements across procurement and supply chain functions.
The selected candidate will assist in redeveloping the company’s Procurement Manual, organizing procurement documentation into a digital knowledge repository, and supporting SAP master data standardization initiatives.
In this position, you will…
- Assist in rewriting and modernizing the Procurement Manual into a user-friendly digital format
- Organize procurement-related documentation into a searchable intranet-based library
- Support SAP procurement master data cleanup and harmonization efforts
- Help establish naming conventions and governance standards for procurement-related SAP objects
- Develop quick-reference guides and onboarding materials
- Document procurement workflows, purchasing channels, and P2P processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, IT, and Supply Chain teams
- Contribute recommendations for long-term process improvement and operational efficiency
What you’ll learn…
- Procurement and sourcing operations
- ERP systems and SAP master data concepts
- Policy and process documentation
- Digital knowledge management
- Manufacturing and supply chain operations
- Cross-functional business collaboration
- Operational process improvement strategies
The knowledge, skills, and abilities you will bring…
- Currently pursuing a degree in one of these areas: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, IT, or related field
- Junior or Senior standing preferred
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently
- Interest in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or ERP systems