Job Description

Company Overview

Encore is a global leader in event production, supporting meeting and event professionals with event technology, production, tradeshow and exhibition services. Known for its award-winning customer service, the company is guided by its purpose to connect and inspire, supporting more than 2,200 premier event venues, including hotels, convention centers and corporate campuses worldwide. Encore is one of the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and has been a certified Great Place To Work™ for four years running, reflecting the company's investment in its people as the foundation of customer success. Headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois, Encore operates in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific.

Position Overview

The Procurement Intern will serve as part of the Procurement team. The intern will be involved in various aspects of ENCORE’s Procurement activities including preferred supplier onboarding, pricing, document, and lead time auditing, as well as reviewing and updating Microsoft BI reporting. The role will provide an opportunity to leverage skills learned in college to execute Procurement and Supply Chain processes and data analysis.

This position is based in Schiller Park, IL. Temporary housing is not provided for this role.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing Procurement activities through the entire Procure-to-Pay process.
• Support auditing of preferred supplier data
• Assist in onboarding new suppliers into Oracle Cloud
• Review and ensure the relevance of internal and external training materials
• Answer Purchase Order and Procurement Self Service questions
• Assist with the review of Procurement related data to identify process improvement opportunities
• Participate in projects that will drive improved buying processes and reporting

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in process (one academic year away from completion)
• Financial acumen and analytical ability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong positive attitude and desire to learn
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills

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Hourly Pay Range: $19.99 - $20.00

The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide.

We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.