Spring 2022 Supply Chain, Materials Excellence Co-op

Summary

We are looking for an energetic Supply Chain Management, International Business, Materials, Operations, or Purchasing major to join our team as a Materials Excellence Co-op in Elyria, Ohio. This position will work within the Supply Chain department to aid in the process of inventory and demand forecasting with a strong emphasis on inventory control. This position will allow for a comprehensive understanding of the Bendix supply chain. 

Responsibilities

As a Materials Excellence Co-op, you will be responsible for:

• Analyze scheduling techniques / parameters to reduce inventory and achieve days-of-supply targets
• Aid in the process of inventory and demand forecasting as related to the Sales & Inventory Operating Plan (SIOP)
• Manufacturing interface with emphasis on inventory control
• Participate in the development and implementation of innovative and beneficial programs aimed at improving customer satisfaction, inventory management and operational efficiency
• Project management liaison- work with IT, Plant Materials, Operations Personnel, and other functional disciplines
• Identify and coordinate supplier “buy back” opportunities
• Collaborate with manufacturing facilities to disposition excess and obsolescent material
• Assist in standardizing Materials Planning Processes
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory metrics
• Collaborate with Global Purchasing Excellence to evaluate supplier delivery performance

Requirements

• Currently attending an accredited college or university 
• 3.0 Cumulative GPA or higher
• Major in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Materials, Operations, or Purchasing
• Ability to work full-time 40 hours per week during the work term
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Tools— Emphasis within Access and Excel
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Ability to establish trust and credibility
• Strong troubleshooting Skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment