Co-op, IT Strategic Sourcing

Role Summary

Co-op, IT Strategic Sourcing — 6-month student role (January–June 2026). Based in the IT Sourcing Team, you will contribute to maximizing value from technology acquisitions across Biogen’s IT functions, including Infrastructure, R&D, Commercial, and Pharmaceutical Operations. You will support supplier relationship management, contract review and negotiation, and the development of product and category strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide research, analysis, and operational support to Senior Sourcing Managers for alignment with IT leadership and advancing strategic relationships.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing customer and vendor agreements (SaaS, software licensing, NDAs, professional services contracts) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate due diligence and approval processes with Finance, Legal, and Security to ensure thorough and timely completion.
• Conduct market-intelligence activities to stay informed on industry trends and supplier capabilities.
• Perform research and analysis on industry, supply markets, and supply chains to support sourcing strategies and decision-making.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and document key actions, decisions, and follow-ups.
• Aid in managing outside vendors and tracking deliverables.

Qualifications

• Required: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; at least 18 years old prior to start; enrolled in an accredited college, university, or apprenticeship program.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s student majoring in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear documentation.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn new tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial mindset; able to collaborate across teams.
• Strong analytical skills to organize and interpret data for strategy development.
• Interest in technology, procurement, or vendor management; curiosity and ownership in day-to-day tasks.

Education

• Bachelor’s student majoring in Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field.