ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Procurement Automation & Process Improvement Intern, your primary mission will be to analyze our workflows, policies, and systems to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge automation solutions. This is a unique opportunity for a tech-passionate student to dive deep into the Procurement world, identifying opportunities to optimize, reduce manual labor, and generate business intelligence through AI and automation tools. You won’t just follow processes; you will rebuild them for the future.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Process Mapping: Analyze current Procurement workflows and systems to identify bottlenecks and automation opportunities.
- Building Solutions: Develop and implement automation (using IA, RPA, scripts, etc.) to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
- Data Intelligence: Design and build automated dashboards and reports to provide real-time insights into spend analysis, savings, and KPIs.
- Co-creation: Collaborate directly with the Procurement team to understand their challenges and co-create effective technological solutions.
- Documentation & Support: Document new automated processes and support the team during the implementation of new tools.
- Innovation Research: Constantly research and propose new technologies and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Procurement team plays a fundamental role in ensuring the strategic acquisition of goods and services with the best cost-benefit for the organization. We are a forward-thinking team, constantly seeking to innovate and leverage technology—including Artificial Intelligence—to enhance our operations. We are focused on operational excellence, compliance, and building solid, long-term relationships with suppliers, always aligned with VTEX's global growth strategy.
WHO YOU ARE
- Educational Background: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering (Computer, Production, etc.), or related technology fields.
- Builder’s Mindset: A strong passion for solving business problems through technology and a natural drive to automate manual tasks.
- Tech Stack: Solid knowledge or experience in developing scripts or automation applications (e.g., Python, RPA tools, Google Apps Script).
- Data & AI Savvy: Advanced proficiency in Excel (VBA, Power Query) or Google Sheets. Experience with AI/ML libraries or Data Visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) is a significant plus.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to handle complex data and documentation with a critical eye, looking for patterns to streamline processes.
- Business Curiosity: While not required, a basic understanding of finance or procurement processes is a plus to accelerate your business impact.
- Advanced English (Required): Strong verbal and written communication skills to operate in a global environment. Spanish is an added advantage.
- VTEX Fit: A proactive, curious, and organized profile with a "playing on the field" attitude and a great desire to learn and create in a fast-paced environment.
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About VTEX
VTEX (NYSE: VTEX) is the composable and complete commerce platform that delivers more efficiency and less maintenance to organizations seeking to make smarter IT investments and modernize their tech stack. Through our pragmatic composability approach, we empower brands, distributors, and retailers with unparalleled flexibility and comprehensive solutions, enabling them to invest solely in what provides a clear business advantage and boosts profitability. VTEX is trusted by 2.4 thousand global B2C and B2B customers, including Carrefour, Colgate, Motorola, Sony, Stanley Black & Decker, and Whirlpool, having 3.4 thousand active online stores across 43 countries (as of FY ended on December 31, 2024). For more information, visit www.vtex.com.
If you want to add this: We are building an extraordinary future with more than 1,300 employees scattered across 25 locations in 16 countries in Latin America, North America, Europe, and Asia.
At VTEX, you will work in a challenge-driven environment and collaborate with amazing peers. If you are powerful individually, join us, and we will be unstoppable together.
Benefits
- Annual profit-sharing program and equity eligibility
- Health, dental, and life insurance with national coverage provided by VTEX
- Annual budget for professional development in Tech
- Language development incentive program (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Flexible meal allowance
- Extended parental leaves
- Child-care assistance
- Flexible work schedule and remote-first culture
- Financial assistance to build your work-from-home setup
- Wellness program
- Free shipping on 1000+ VTEX stores