Intern - Procurement Analytics
Elk Grove Village, Illinois (IL), US
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of Detection and Measurement, Genfare is a leader in configurable fare collection systems in the public transit industry. By creating high quality equipment and payment systems to improve the rider experience, we empower equitable mobility and provide services to better connect communities.
SPX Overview
SPX Corporation (NYSE: SPXC) is, along with its subsidiaries, a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. HVAC solutions offered include cooling towers, residential and commercial boilers and comfort heating products. The detection and measurement products encompass underground locators and inspection equipment, fare collection systems, communication technologies and specialty lighting. Within the engineered solutions platform, SPX Corporation is a leading manufacturer of medium and large electrical transformers, as well as cooling towers and heat exchangers for industrial applications. With operations in 15 countries and approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue, SPX offers a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, SPX Corporation employs approximately 5,000 people worldwide. Our products are backed by the highest level of technical and application support. Each piece of equipment we build is the direct result of knowledge cultivated from generations of experience, expertise, and customer input.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
The Procurement Analytics Summer Intern will support the Procurement and Sourcing teams by providing data analysis, reporting, and insights that improve decision-making across cost, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. This role will gain hands-on experience working with ERP data, dashboards, spend analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn how data drives procurement strategy.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Assist in developing and maintaining procurement dashboards and reports (spend analysis, savings tracking, KPI metrics, supplier performance)
- Analyze large datasets across materials, suppliers, pricing, and purchase orders to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support data validation and cleansing activities to ensure accuracy of ERP and procurement master data.
- Help prepare executive summaries, presentations, and visualizations for leadership reviews.
- Conduct research on suppliers, market pricing, commodity trends, and benchmarking.
- Assist in creating standardized tools (templates, scorecards, trackers) to support sourcing events and supplier evaluations.
- Work with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Finance, Quality, Planning) on data-driven improvement projects.
- Support automation or AI-driven initiatives by assembling structured datasets and documentation.
What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
- Experience working with data sets, spreadsheets, or basic reporting tools.
- Ability to interpret numerical data and present insights clearly.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience with BI tools such as Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, or similar.
- Knowledge of database tools or languages (SQL, Python) is a plus.
- Familiarity with supply chain, procurement, finance, or operations concepts.
- Understanding of KPIs such as cost savings, lead time, on-time delivery, PPV, and supplier scorecards.
- Interest in AI, automation, or data visualization.
- Ability to create clean, professional presentations in PowerPoint.
Education & Certifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Analytics
- Data Analytics
- Industrial Engineering
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Or a related field
- GPA of 3.0+ preferred.
- No certifications required, but coursework in analytics, statistics, or supply chain is beneficial.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.