Supply Chain - Purchased Materials Co-Op - Fall 2026 - Indefinite Work Authorization Required

Crown Equipment Corporation • New Bremen, OH

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About The Position

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Under general supervision, the candidate will assist and support Supply Chain professionals by being involved in the interaction and learning about various techniques and processes related to the specific Supply Chain area. Multiple positions are open for purchased materials planning, direct and indirect sourcing, new product development sourcing, trade compliance, logistics and data analytics. Crown will place students in an assignment that best fits the company’s needs and students’ interests, skills, and prior experiences.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Operations, MIS, Finance, General Business Marketing, or Pre-Corporate Law.
• Good analytical and communication skills required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Not eligible for hire if you have temporary visas or need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Direct interaction and communication with suppliers
• Annual spend analysis
• Supplier engagement and site visits
• Supplier risk analysis
• Supporting strategic sourcing plans
• Cost reduction initiatives
• Negotiation
• Replenishment strategies
• SAP and E-commerce utilization
• Strategic new product development
• Country of origin determination
• Tariff data collection and review
• Manufacturing plant and branch site visits
• Facilitate problem solving meetings
• End of term report out to Supply Chain leadership

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern