About the role#
The Purchasing Intern works under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor to manage daily procurement tasks. You will handle purchase order requisitions, maintain vendor records, and support the team in meeting quality and delivery goals. This role involves maintaining compliance with QS9000 and ISO14001 standards through documentation and adherence to company procedures.
What you'll do#
- Process purchase order requisitions and distribute them to suppliers.
- Purchase and negotiate products to ensure cost-effective pricing.
- Manage office and shipping supplies inventory.
- Run and maintain weekly Open Order and Acknowledgement reports.
- Work with buyers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Expedite purchase orders and follow up on past-due items.
- Update system data and maintain the vendor certification database.
- File necessary paperwork and perform alpha-numeric filing.
- Recommend and implement continuous improvement ideas.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Supply Chain or related associate or bachelor degree program.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Computer literacy in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Office.
- Good communication and telephone skills.
- Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record and adequate insurance.
- Prior experience in a purchasing department or with an ERP system, such as JDE, is helpful.
- Familiarity with basic purchasing concepts.
Location & details#
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid, rolling term.
About HellermannTyton North America
HellermannTyton North America manufactures cable management, protection products, and identification systems. Founded in 1969, the company operates as a public entity with its North American headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people. The firm serves sectors including automotive, industrial automation, renewable energy, and original equipment manufacturing.
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