About the role#
This Purchasing Co-op position supports the procurement of parts and materials for production and aftermarket sales. You will work with a team of professionals in the semiconductor industry to monitor supplier performance, manage inventory, and handle financial authorizations. This is a full-time, on-site role for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Manage the procurement of materials for production and aftermarket sales.
- Create and maintain purchase orders while verifying all transactions.
- Generate quotations for components and assemblies.
- Expedite deliveries and ensure proper financial authorization for orders.
- Track purchase orders and notify the supply chain planning team of material issues or delays.
- Resolve supply chain issues with suppliers.
- Maintain inventory levels that align with production goals.
- Lead efforts to reduce the total cost of ownership.
- Identify and implement best practices for cost reduction.
- Support supplier negotiations and the integration of new suppliers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program for Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
Location & details#
- Location: Billerica, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23 to $25 per hour.
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials operates in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company produces equipment for materials engineering and flat panel display manufacturing. It was founded in 1967 and maintains its headquarters in Santa Clara, California. The organization employs over 32,000 people.
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