About the role#
This Purchasing Co-Op position offers a chance to support the purchasing system strategy at Cummins Inc. You will work within the Corporate Indirect Purchasing team to improve processes, maintain systems, and coordinate with global stakeholders. This is a full-time, paid role based on-site in Columbus, Indiana. Assignments typically last between 4 and 12 months.
What you'll do#
- Support the full flow of the electronic sourcing process.
- Analyze e-sourcing and catalog usage to identify improvement opportunities.
- Maintain and improve category hierarchies and purchasing catalogs in coordination with suppliers and sourcing managers.
- Train and coach peers, sourcing managers, and suppliers globally on purchasing systems.
- Communicate with the global help desk and purchase order administrators regarding system changes or issues.
- Assist the Corporate Indirect Purchasing team in meeting utilization goals.
- Identify system issues and escalate them to the Purchasing Systems Analyst.
- Participate in benchmarking and process improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment at an accredited U.S. college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD degree.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Current residency within the continental United States.
- Academic background in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering, or Supply Chain Management and Logistics.
- Strong analytical thinking, reasoning, and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage relationships, ensure accountability, and maintain a customer focus.
- Foundational supply chain knowledge.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: Monthly salary ranges vary by degree level and technical focus, ranging from $3,500 to $6,000 per month depending on the specific criteria.
About Cummins Inc.
Cummins Inc. is a public company that operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. It maintains a global presence with over 53,000 employees. The company focuses on several specialties including engine business, power generation, distribution, turbo technologies, emission solutions, fuel systems, filtration, and electrified power. Its headquarters are located in Columbus, Indiana.
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