Supply Network Organization (SNO) Rotational Internship

Job Description:

At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lives. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. 

Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.

Every person at Ferring works together to change lives and help people build families. Our Commercial teams collaborate as trusted partners with patient groups, clinicians, policy makers and the scientific community to identify and develop new opportunities to help patients. We are a customer centric organization and we offer an empowering, entrepreneurial culture – and a place to thrive and grow. To reach our full potential we collaborate, respect and value diverse contributions so that we can grow as an organization and as professionals. Together we can influence the world around us to make life and work better.

Join Our Supply Chain Talent Pool
Interested in launching your supply chain career at Ferring? We want to hear from you.

 

Our SNO Rotational Internship is a 12-month programme where you'll rotate through Lifecycle Management and Customer Service & Order Management, gaining real experience in both areas. We don't have a single annual intake - instead, we hire talented candidates throughout the year as positions become available.

 

By applying now, you'll join our active talent pool and be among the first we contact when new positions open. No need to keep checking back or reapplying - we'll come to you.

 

How it works:

 Apply once, stay visible: Your application remains active in our talent pool
We'll reach out: When positions open that match your profile, our Talent Acquisition team will contact you directly
No reapplication needed: Once you're in our pipeline, you'll be considered for all future cohorts
Rolling recruitment: We review applications continuously and hire as opportunities arise throughout the year

The Programme

The SNO Rotational Internship is Ferring's premier talent pipeline, transforming high-potential graduates into supply chain experts. Over 12 months, you'll rotate through two critical functions: Lifecycle Management and Customer Service & Order Management.

Programme Structure:

• Two focus areas (6 months each);

• Dedicated support with a mentor who will be your main point of contact throughout the programme.

• Performance-based conversion to permanent roles.

Ferring + You

Lifecycle Management

• Manage product lifecycle activities from introduction through phase-out.

• Work with cross functional teams to coordinate lifecycle planning, product transitions, and supply chain adjustments.

• Support new product launches and existing product optimization.

• Bridge between Ferring operations, customer needs and lifecycle initiatives.

You’ll develop: lifecycle management expertise, cross-functional collaboration, strategic planning, stakeholder communication.

Customer Service & Order Management

• Support the customer order management team in ensuring products reach customers efficiently and on time.

• Learn to coordinate between departments and external stakeholders.

• Hands-on experience with the order-to-delivery process, inventory management and shipment tracking.

• Assist with day-to-day order monitoring, document preparation, data management in reports and KPIs.

You’ll develop: customer-centric mindset, order management expertise, problem solving methodology  and cross-functional collaboration with logistics teams.

Behind our innovation…There's you

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.

• Graduating in 2025 or recently graduated (within the last 12 months).

• Fluency in English is Mandatory; Portuguese and other languages are valuable assets.

• Authorized to work in Portugal for the full 12-month duration.

• Available to commit to the full program timeline and rotation structure.

What sets you apart:

• Familiarity with Excel, ERP systems, or analytical tools (SQL, Python, Tableau).

• Intellectual curiosity, collaborative mindset and learning agility.

Your Career Beyond the Programme

This programme is a talent pipeline for permanent roles within Ferring's Supply Network Organization. High performers receive priority consideration for full-time positions with clear pathways toward specialist roles in Supply Chain.

People come first at Ferring

• Ferring commits to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love.

• Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role. Subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.

• Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.

• Extended support on family building journey.

Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together.

Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.

Behind our purpose… There’s you

If our mission and your vision are aligned, please apply!

We strive to build and maintain an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities and mutual respect for all employees regardless of their backgrounds and socioeconomic status.

Note to agencies: this search is being managed by Ferring’s Talent Acquisition team. Kindly do not send us spontaneous profiles.

Location:

Ferring Service Center Portugal