Co-Op Supply Chain / Buyer Spring 2027

Under the guidance of the Supply Chain Management team, students will be given both technically challenging and educationally stimulating projects and assignments. Our student employees will make a hands-on contribution to the Supply Chain Management process, while learning valuable skills and developing attributes to become successful within this business function.

Essential Job Functions:

Assist with projects and assignments that support company objectives in the areas of On Time Delivery, Inventory Turnover, and Supplier Performance. Activities could include but are not limited to: 

• Work with cross-functional teams in support of new and existing product lines
• Utilize an ERP/MRP system and various information tools to manage material and communication flow
• Reporting, analyzing, and forecasting through the use of various data sources
• Assist with streamlining existing processes
• Provide support to projects as assigned 

Additional Duties:

• Provide support for Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, companywide.
• Other duties, reporting, special assignments, or projects as needed and assigned.
• Must remain current with, and complete all required training as assigned.
• Must adhere to Company Corporate EHS Policy and department, occupation, and task specific safety protocols, including but not limited to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

Qualifications:

• Preferred involvement within a Professional Supply Chain Management organization or group (ISM, PMAC, etc.)
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills 
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite capabilities (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater
• Able to work 20 hours during academic year • Able to work 35-40 hours during the summer semester 
• Must submit to and satisfactorily pass any pre-employment screening required for employment with the Company.
• Must take medical exams required by law, in conjunction with occupation specific activities, the physical work environment, and ongoing industrial hygiene sampling results.
• Depending on assignment, may be required to use stairs, remain upright and/or seated for prolonged timeframes, intermittently reposition the body per various tasks performed, and use various tools and work-related supplies.
• May be required to perform manual lifting activities, not to exceed a 40lb lift performed by one individual.

Education:

• Must be a currently enrolled student pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or similar business/technical field of study and must have completed sophomore year criteria from an accredited college or university.