2027 Summer Internship- Strategic Sourcing (B'ham, AL))

Summary

Strategic Sourcing Intern

We are hiring a Strategic Sourcing Intern for the Procurement team. As a Strategic Sourcing Intern, you will be exposed to the business and provided with hands-on projects and experiences, such as working on 7-step sourcing projects, using data and analytics tosupport decision-making for the business. In this role, you will work directly with various stakeholder departments to help drive value generation for the larger organization.

• Assist with various tasks and projects assigned by supervisor and team members.

• Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.

• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.

• Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.

• Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.

• Adhere to company policy.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Seek opportunities to learn and grow in field of interest.

• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within specified deadlines.

• May perform administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.

• Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.

• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment. Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.

• Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.

• Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

• Commitment to Learning: Applies intellect to the fullest, welcoming activities that require one to stretch.

• Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.

• Must be currently enrolled and be in good standing with their College/University and be pursuing a degree in a related field to the internship. Junior or Senior level is preferred.

• Previous work experience is a plus but is not required.

• Knowledge of Data warehouse technology, visualization solutions like Tableau, ingestion technologies, SQL, Python, and other similar technologies.

• Excellent computer skills and experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Mail.

• Good oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.

• Should demonstrate tenacity and the ability to work on teams, take instruction, the desire for learning all areas of the work involved.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Motivated, self-starter; Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team well.

• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.

• Able to relate to all levels of people.

• Some travel may be required. May require driving between operating locations.

• May involve exposure to dust, dirt and noise.

• May work in an office setting and that requires sitting/standing for extended periods of time.

• If in an operations setting must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.

• Requires the use of computerized equipment and technology.

• This position requires knowledge and awareness of site hazards. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment and other software packages relevant to the position.

• Weekly meetings of Google meet with other interns with Division Training Manager.

• Prepare a presentation summarizing their training near the end of the program to be given in front of Managers/Supervisor, HR and other interns.

JD Disclaimer Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Identification 1312

Job Category Interns

Posting Date 10/09/2026, 03:17 PM

Degree Level Some College

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 1200 Urban Center Dr, Vestavia, AL, 35242, US (On-site)

Job Description

Strategic Sourcing Intern

We are hiring a Strategic Sourcing Intern for the Procurement team. As a Strategic Sourcing Intern, you will be exposed to the business and provided with hands-on projects and experiences, such as working on 7-step sourcing projects, using data and analytics tosupport decision-making for the business. In this role, you will work directly with various stakeholder departments to help drive value generation for the larger organization.

• Assist with various tasks and projects assigned by supervisor and team members.

• Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.

• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.

• Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.

• Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.

• Adhere to company policy.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Seek opportunities to learn and grow in field of interest.

• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within specified deadlines.

• May perform administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.

• Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.

• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment. Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.

• Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.

• Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

• Commitment to Learning: Applies intellect to the fullest, welcoming activities that require one to stretch.

• Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.

• Must be currently enrolled and be in good standing with their College/University and be pursuing a degree in a related field to the internship. Junior or Senior level is preferred.

• Previous work experience is a plus but is not required.

• Knowledge of Data warehouse technology, visualization solutions like Tableau, ingestion technologies, SQL, Python, and other similar technologies.

• Excellent computer skills and experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Mail.

• Good oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.

• Should demonstrate tenacity and the ability to work on teams, take instruction, the desire for learning all areas of the work involved.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Motivated, self-starter; Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team well.

• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.

• Able to relate to all levels of people.

• Some travel may be required. May require driving between operating locations.

• May involve exposure to dust, dirt and noise.

• May work in an office setting and that requires sitting/standing for extended periods of time.

• If in an operations setting must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.

• Requires the use of computerized equipment and technology.

• This position requires knowledge and awareness of site hazards. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment and other software packages relevant to the position.

• Weekly meetings of Google meet with other interns with Division Training Manager.

• Prepare a presentation summarizing their training near the end of the program to be given in front of Managers/Supervisor, HR and other interns.

JD Disclaimer Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Identification 1312

Job Category Interns

Posting Date 10/09/2026, 03:17 PM

Degree Level Some College

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 1200 Urban Center Dr, Vestavia, AL, 35242, US (On-site)