2027 Summer Internship- Strategic Sourcing (Atlanta, GA)

About the job

Job Summary 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 to support 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.

Essential Functions • 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 ad 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.

Critical Competencies • 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.

Responsibilities

Education • 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.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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

Other Requirements • 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.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 1268
• Job Category: Interns
• Posting Date: 2026-10-07
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 300 Colonial Center Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076, US