Logistics Intern

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

The logistics intern assists the purchasing team with the administrative and operational management of activities related to procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination.

Missions/Main Duties

• Help monitor suppliers and service providers;
• Assist in updating delivery and tracking information in internal systems;
• Support the team in planning the requirements for purchased parts to support production activities and spare parts needs;
• Verify and maintain certain planning data;
• Contribute to the preparation of reports and the monitoring of certain performance indicators;
• Participate in the analysis of logistics data to identify discrepancies or opportunities for improvement;
• Support the team in monitoring risks that could affect material flows;
• Support the preparation and monitoring of logistics activities;
• Track the delivery status of parts as needed to facilitate communication with internal teams.

Profile/Skills

Education: Currently pursuing a university degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, operations management, or a related field.
Years of experience: No experience required. Initial experience in internships, coordination, customer service, or administrative support is a plus.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word;
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills;
• Ability to learn how to use ERP systems or procurement tools;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work meticulously and ensure proper tracking of information.

Personal qualities:

• Attention to detail when identifying and ordering parts;
• Proactivity and a willingness to learn;
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with suppliers and internal teams;
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, in French and English*

* Reasons for the bilingualism requirement: You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse client base, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore essential for building strong relationships with our clients, understanding their specific needs, and communicating effectively in their preferred language.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.

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