Purchasing Intern

BCI Burke Company • Fond du Lac, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Movement! We’re a growing company that designs and manufactures playground equipment for communities all around the world! Be part of something bigger with Burke by Joining Our Movement! We’re looking for a Purchasing Intern to work at Burke Headquarters and be part of our great team. What Moves You? We’re not going to lie; this is an amazing opportunity. It requires hard work, a lot of innovation and enthusiasm and, of course, an abundance of Purple Passion (def. a love of play, bringing play to communities and specific love of Burke and those you work with)!

Requirements

• Strong work ethic - must be a self-starter and willing to do what it takes to complete the task
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and execute tasks with a high attention to detail
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office (especially Excel) proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Passion for play!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders and Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) for the procurement of goods, services, and supplies to meet the production schedule and customer requirements
• Monitor the quality and timeliness of purchased materials; follow-up on the status of purchase orders with suppliers to ensure timely delivery; expedite material as needed, and communicate status of orders with internal customers
• Effective and timely communication with suppliers regarding order confirmations, order status, quotes, credits, invoice issues, and supplier performance
• Maintain MRP system to ensure current and accurate information regarding inventory levels and component pricing
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify and execute opportunities for cost reduction, quality and process improvements
• Maintain various reports and spreadsheets
• Confirm data accuracy for upload into ERP System
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree