Buyer/Planner Intern
Join Our Team: Buyer/Planner Intern Opportunity
Are you ready to dive into a dynamic, hands-on internship that will propel your career forward? Join our Materials Department as a Buyer/Planner Intern and gain invaluable experience while supporting key projects throughout our facility in Ripon, WI.
Internship Details:
- Duration: Through Summer 2025
- Post-Graduation: Full-time opportunities available
Ready to jumpstart your career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment? Apply now for the Buyer/Planner Intern role and be a part of our innovative team.
Key Projects and Responsibilities:
As a Buyer/Planner Intern, you will be immersed in a variety of critical tasks including:
- Issuing and maintaining purchase orders with suppliers.
- Completing weekly Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
- Collaborating with manufacturing to address plant needs and shortages.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate computer records for supplier data, effective dates, and related entries.
- Coordinate parts and materials availability with production scheduling, suppliers, engineering, and quality assurance teams.
- Develop and manage inventory planning and scheduling methods to achieve Customer Service and Inventory Reduction Objectives.
- Implement and refine methods such as KanBan, JIT, Vendor Managed Inventory, Demand Flow Technology, supply agreements, and Demand Driven KanBan to continuously improve Materials Planning performance.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Operations & Supply Chain or Business Administration (preferred).
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in computer use.
- Experience with SAP is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform tasks involving extended periods of sitting, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting.