Job Summary
The Purchasing Trainee will support the purchasing department in daily activities, learning the fundamentals of procurement processes, supplier management, and cost optimization within a global automotive supplier environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and issuance of purchase orders for various goods and services.
- Support the purchasing team in supplier communication, including requests for quotations (RFQs) and follow-ups.
- Learn to analyze supplier proposals and contribute to supplier selection processes.
- Participate in negotiating terms and conditions with suppliers under supervision.
- Help maintain accurate purchasing records and update supplier databases.
- Assist in monitoring supplier performance and resolving minor issues.
- Contribute to cost reduction initiatives and process improvement projects.
- Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., production, logistics, finance) to ensure timely material availability.
- Prepare reports and presentations related to purchasing activities.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
- Prior internship experience in purchasing or supply chain is desirable but not mandatory.
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