Supply Chain Intern – PowerDrive Systems (Year-Round)

About the job

• Position
• Supply Chain Intern – PowerDrive Systems
• Location
• BorgWarner Propulsion Technical Center (PTC) 3800 Automation Ave, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
• About us
• BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world. Our Culture We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. Career Opportunities We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!
• Job purpose
• BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Intern to join the Global Supply Management Systems and Tools team. The team is part of the Procurement Excellence organization and supports systems, data analytics, and automation initiatives that optimize procurement processes, drive value, improve efficiency, and reduce risk. This role offers hands-on experience supporting the implementation of the new Supplier Performance Management System (SPMS) and ongoing Advanced Commodity Management Engine (ACME) initiatives. Working with Global Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, IT, the intern will help analyze data, document processes and requirements, test new capabilities, and improve reporting and user support. The position provides an opportunity to apply analytical and digital skills to real projects that improve supplier data quality, reporting accuracy, process efficiency, and user experience.
• Key responsibilities
• Support SPMS project activities, including current-state analysis, requirements documentation, data validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), issue tracking, and preparation of training or change management materials.
• Assist with ACME data and reporting activities, including supplier and customer contract information, index-management support, report validation, and reconciliation of outputs with source data.
• Collect, clean, compare, and analyze supply chain data from Excel, Power BI, SAP, SPS, Ivalua, and related sources to identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
• Support supplier master-data and performance processes, including supplier onboarding, profile maintenance, commodity-code alignment, receipt and delivery-data checks, supplier scorecards, and reporting exceptions.
• Create and maintain process maps, work instructions, checklists, training documents, status trackers, meeting notes, and project updates.
• Help test system enhancements and reports, document results, follow up on defects or open items, and support coordination with business users and IT teams.
• Explore appropriate uses of AI and Microsoft Copilot to improve data analysis, documentation, knowledge sharing, and routine process efficiency.
• Prepare and present project updates, findings, and recommendations to the Systems and Tools team and other stakeholders.
• What we’re looking for
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Data Analytics or a related field.
• Working knowledge of supply chain concepts and an interest in supplier management, process improvement, systems, data, and reporting.
• Microsoft Excel knowledge is required, including intermediate skills with formulas, PivotTables, VLOOKUP, charts, data cleaning, and comparison of data sets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to organize information accurately.
• Strong self-learning ability and willingness to explore new tools, systems, processes, and business requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a global, cross functional team.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow through on action items, and work both independently and with guidance.
• Power BI experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of AI tools and Microsoft Copilot, including responsible use for analysis, documentation, or productivity, is preferred.  Exposure to SAP, procurement or supplier-management systems, Power Query, or process mapping is a plus.
• What we believe
• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
• Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
• Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.
• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.
• Safety
• This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
• Visa Sponsorship
• BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for immigration sponsorship now, or in the future. This includes any work authorization requiring an entry of the company as the employer of record to immigration agencies, or otherwise requiring a written submission from the company to secure, maintain, transfer, or extend such authorization (e.g. H-1B, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, E-3, etc.)
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