Intern, Procurement

Your mission

Join us in solving one of industrial robotics' toughest challenges

R3 Robotics is developing the AI-powered dismantling platform that transforms end-of-life electric vehicle systems into strategic sources of critical materials. As global electrification accelerates, the surge in batteries and e-motors requires automated solutions that manual disassembly cannot provide. We are addressing this industrial bottleneck by enabling the automated dismantling of complex systems at scale through computer vision, artificial intelligence, and specialized robotic tooling.

Following a successful €20M Series A funding round led by HG Ventures and Suma Capital, we are expanding across Europe and preparing for our entry into the United States market in 2026. We partner with major industrial recyclers and automotive OEMs to deliver measurable impact. If you seek to work on advanced robotics within a well-funded organization scaling internationally, this is your opportunity.

Your Role

As a Procurement Intern, you will be embedded in our day-to-day purchasing operations, gaining hands-on experience across the full procure-to-pay cycle. You will work closely with the Procurement Manager and cross-functional teams including Engineering, Production, and Finance. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys working with data and systems, and wants to build a solid foundation in supply chain management within a high-tech environment.

Your Responsibilities

Purchase Order Management

• Create and process purchase orders in Precoro.
• Follow up with suppliers on low-value POs to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues.
• Crosscheck invoices inin our invoicing systemagainst corresponding POs; add reference comments for traceability.
  
  

Supplier Communication & Management

• Monitor and respond to inbound supplier messages across multiple communication channels.
• Maintain and update the supplier database in Precoro, ensuring contact details, customer numbers, addresses, and tags are accurate and complete.
• Research and identify new potential suppliers to expand and diversify the supplier base, particularly within the European Union.
  
  

Sourcing & Quotations

• Prepare and send Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for low-value and standard items such as fasteners, small components, and domestic EU transport services.
• Compare quotes and support the Procurement Manager in supplier selection decisions.
  
  

Project Tracking & Reporting

• Update expected delivery dates and maintain recurring procurement reports in ClickUp.
• Follow up with technical teams to ensure delivery notes are posted promptly upon receipt of goods.
  
  

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows and suggest improvements.
• Support ad-hoc procurement projects and initiatives as needed.
  
  

What You Will Learn

• End-to-end procurement operations in a fast-paced robotics company.
• Hands-on experience with professional procurement software (Precoro) and project management tools (ClickUp).
• Supplier negotiation fundamentals and vendor relationship management.
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering and finance teams.
• Practical understanding of EU supply chain logistics and sourcing strategies.
  
  

Your profile

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree programme in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and comfort with learning new software tools.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German language skills are a strong advantage.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently on recurring tasks.
• Good communication skills for professional supplier correspondence.
  
  

Nice To Have

• Previous experience or coursework in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
• Familiarity with ERP or procurement software (e.g.,Precoro, SAP, Oracle).
• Experience with project management tools such as ClickUp, Asana, or Jira.
• Understanding of basic accounting or invoice-matching processes.
• Interest in robotics, automation, or the technology sector.
  
  

Why us?

• Real responsibility from day one - your work directly impacts our operations.
• Mentorship from an experienced procurement professional.
• Exposure to acutting-edgerobotics environment.
• Flexible working hours and a collaborative, international team culture.
• A potential pathway to a permanent role for outstanding performers.