Intern Global Procurement - #43988

Step into the world of global supply chain at adidas - where your internship makes a real impact!

Join us for an exciting internship opportunity at our Global Supply Chain Management Headquarter near Lucerne, where around 150 employees collaborate across key Supply Chain functions, from Global Product Supply, Logistics and Distribution to Customs and SCM Strategy. Located in the heart of Switzerland, our office offers a dynamic and international work environment. Kick-start your career with a 6-month internship and become part of our global team.

Global Non-Trade Procurement at adidas drives strategic sourcing and provider portfolio management for Inbound, Distribution and Outbound category globally. The team collaborates closely with business and SCM market stakeholders to optimize cost, ensure compliance, and deliver value through best-in-class category and procurement practices. The work directly supports budget targets and enhances procurement’s contribution across the organization.

Grow Your Capabilities Through Meaningful Tasks & Projects

• Support the coordination and optimization of Global Inbound (Ocean and Air Freight) procurement processes
• Assist in preparing and executing sourcing projects with freight forwarders and carriers
• Contribute to cost analysis and benchmarking initiatives to identify savings opportunities
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with internal business stakeholders as well as external parties such as suppliers
  
  

What Would Make You a Match

• Genuine interest in global logistics, international supply chains, and procurement processes
• Experience in global logistics is a plus
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with Power BI is a plus
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively
• Fluent in English (written & spoken)
  
  

What's In It For You

• Become part of an international community where sport, innovation and personal growth come together
• Learn about our adidas culture that values and celebrates collaboration, courage and curiosity
• Employee discount on adidas products
• Different sport offerings and office events
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (up to 40% home office possible)
• Monthly gross salary of CHF 3.000,00
  
  

ELIGIBILITY 

• Enrolled as student for the complete duration of the internship or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree.
• Availability for the full duration of the internship from September 01, 2026 until February 28, 2027.
• Candidates already based in Switzerland are preferred (due to visa limitations). Applicants must be willing to relocate to the Lucerne area at their own expense for the full duration of the internship.
  
  

KEY FACTS

• To apply to the role, please submit your CV in English
• Duration: September 01, 2026 - February 28, 2027 (full-time, 40h/week)
• Location: adidas International Trading AG in Root D4 (close to Lucerne)
  
  

adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.

• We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
  
  

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.