Purchasing Intern

Core Responsibilities:

Work directly with Global Purchasing, Planning, IT, Legal & HR organizations on various assignments
Complete required data analysis on PO Metrics, Spend, RFQs and market indices
Support global Approved Supplier List (ASL) and supplier portal implementation
Support and maintain the supply chain standard work, training and skills matrix
Support supplier contract review, analysis and negotiation
Maintain supply chain data and ensure data integrity
Support the data collection, and creation of customer evaluations, including scorecards, for the Farnborough airshow
Complete internship projects and present findings to leadership
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a business environment
Ability to schedule and organize time and tasks effectively
Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment
Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities
Familiarity with intermediate (V-lookup/Pivot tables) and advanced (What-If, Power Query) Excel functions
Familiarity with basic Power BI functions and ability to learn Articulate 360 software for standard work training creation

Education Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university as a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree preferred in Integrated Supply Chain Management, IT, Engineering, Business or Materials Management

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