Title: Purchasing Intern
ID: req18017
Type: Full Time
Function: Purchasing
Top Level Division: Powertrain
Division: PT - PT Global
Location: Plymouth, MI, United States (47001 Port Street)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tenneco's Powertrain Division is looking for a Purchasing Intern that will be responsible for preparing required documentation and analysis for supplier meetings, negotiations, presentations for sourcing events, project implementation and budget versus forecast reporting. In addition, responsibilities include developing of commodity strategies, sourcing activities, and project implementation. This person will become a valued member of our Purchasing Department, where we strive to promote from within wherever possible; therefore, opportunities for advancement are strong.
An ideal candidate for this position is a candidate who possesses a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, Economics, Supply Chain or equivalent required. Passion for and understanding of the automotive industry and the Purchasing function and the ability to work independently with little supervision are all necessary qualifications for this position.
We are ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You'll first hear from someone in Human Resources to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Aid the Purchasing team in the development of commodity strategies, sourcing activities, and project implementation.
•Analyze and document purchasing process improvement plans.
•Understand Global Purchasing Policies and Procedures and assist in preparing for internal audit.
•Research category trends and provide analysis to assist with procurement activities.
•Attend meetings as required to support or represent the Purchasing team.
•Prepare and send RFQ/RFIs for category projects.
•Utilize SAP ERP and Central Purchasing systems to extract spend reports.
•Support and monitor online supplier portal.
•Maintain consistent communication with suppliers to ensure RFQ timelines are met.
•Perform financial analysis of RFQ results to determine overall cost competitiveness.
•Evaluate blocked invoices and resolve discrepancies related to price or quantity differences.
•Ensure invoice issues do not adversely affect supplier relationships.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, Economics, Supply Chain or equivalent required with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
•Passion for and understanding of the automotive industry and the Purchasing function.
•Ability to work independently with little Supervision.
•Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
•Proficiency and experience in the use of MS Office Software's such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook.
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