Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

The Commodity Management Intern has the opportunity to gain exposure to Western Digital's Procurement process; including vendor management, selection, consolidation, cost, negotiations, contracting. The Commodity Management intern brings their academic and professional experience to Western Digital to help solve internal/external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve supply, processes and services.

Commodity Management interns will have the opportunity to work in one of the following WD locations:

• San Jose, CA with the Real Estate Operations team
• Fremont, CA with the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations team

An intern in this role can expect to gain experience and exposure in the following areas:

• Developing, aligning and implementing commodity strategies
• Negotiating and managing the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between WD and the supply base.
• Developing and presenting cost reduction opportunities to business and management.
• Conducting RFP/RFQs and leading cross-functional teams through the selection process of preferred suppliers with effective scoring criteria to evaluate supplier proposals in accordance with company goals and policies
• Supporting Materials Sourcing related to individual commodities
• Developing and maintaining a program of evaluation for the supplier base which includes certification requirements. 
• Driving cost reduction programs, including alternative sourcing and exercise independent judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action.
• Developing, refining and implementing category strategies and tactics that enable the procurement of products and services at the highest value benefit to WD
• Managing supplier relationships with focus on supply risk management, contract risk management and cost management
• Leading cross-functional meetings with various business functions and developing a communication strategy to keep internal clients informed about procurement processes, supplier strategy, and procurement policies
• Analyzing total costs, assisting business functions with ROI analysis, price and rate benchmarking and negotiating favorable business terms to leverage Western Digital purchasing power 

Qualifications

• Current Bachelor's or Master's Degree student in Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field, with a graduation date between December 2024 and June 2025
• Prior internship experience, work experience, or relevant academic project experience is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel (VLookup, Pivot Tables), Word, and Powerpoint
• Ability to problem solve, negotiate, communicate difficult concepts, and manage projects within a fast-paced environment
• Preference given to candidates who will not require relocation to the San Jose/Fremont, CA areas. Relocation will not be offered for this position. 
• Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case to employ you at any point in the future required (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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