Logistics Intern

Job summary

The intern will assist the purchasing team with administrative and operational management of procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination. Key duties include monitoring suppliers, updating tracking systems, and analyzing logistics data to improve material flows.

Job details

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. For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact [email protected]. Workplace Type

What you’ll do

The intern will assist the purchasing team with administrative and operational management of procurement, logistics, and delivery coordination. Key duties include monitoring suppliers, updating tracking systems, and analyzing logistics data to improve material flows.

Requirements

Candidates should be pursuing a university degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and bilingualism in French and English are essential requirements.

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Negotiation
• Contract Management
• ERP Systems
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving
• Bilingual French and English
• Procurement
• Logistics Coordination
• Supply Chain Management
• Data Analysis

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Consulting
• Administrative