Overview

Come join us on our journey to build a top-notch strategic sourcing function! Corporate Procurement is relatively new at Chick-fil-A, and we are amidst an exciting transformation across all areas of our function! We pursue meaningful impact, have access to innovative tools and work collaboratively across the business. The culture is second to none - we are a growing, purpose driven company and strive to be the world's most caring company. This intern will work with internal stakeholders to identify their business requirements, identify viable suppliers, and execute a value driven strategic sourcing process. It will report to a team leader and there is significant opportunity to learn and grow on a team that works collaboratively and effectively together. This position will require the use of analytical rigor, effective communication skills, initiative, curiosity, and judgment.

Our Flexible Future model offers a healthy mix of working in person and virtually, strengthening key elements of the Chick-fil-A culture by fostering collaboration and community.

Responsibilities

• Execute steps in the RFP process as needed for stakeholders
• Develop trust-based relationships and earn a seat at the table with department stakeholders
• Analyze internal spend data and external market data to understand trends and potential areas of opportunity
• Develop baseline cost for categories including total cost analysis, technical specifications and historical cost trends
• Generate and implement efficient sourcing and category management strategies
• Develop a decision matrix to drive objective business recommendation for stakeholders
• Partner with Chick-fil-A's Legal team to effectively resolve contracting issues
• Create and execute on negotiation strategies to secure favorable deal/terms for Chick-fil-A
• Build relationships with key supplier representatives and effectively escalate any issues that arise
• Work collaboratively across the broader corporate procurement team to support transformation and change efforts in supplier relationship management, P2P, and procurement analytics
• Interface with Finance on budget and financial issues

Minimum Qualifications

• Current student planning to return to undergraduate program in Fall of 2025
• Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams
• Strong analytical skills (Microsoft Excel, procurement spend software, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated high standards of excellence in work production and final work product and comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to prioritize and adapt within a rigorous, quickly changing, and fast paced environment
• Must maintain and promote social, ethical, and professional standards that reflect the core values of Chick-fil-A, Inc. when conducting business activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Rising junior preferred

Travel Requirements

Major/Concentration

Minimum GPA (4.0 Scale)