Intern, Buyer

Intern, Buyer

LOCATION

Westminster / Maryland (US-MD), United States |

BRAND:

Knorr Brake Company |

REQUISITION ID

10029 |

JOB GRADE

0 |

ON-SITE/REMOTE

On-site Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market. We're part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. We challenge our employees to pursue their work with passion while keeping an unparalleled commitment to technological excellence, integrity and social responsibility. Knorr-Brake Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Intern Assignment:

The Purchasing Intern will assist Buyers and MRP Controllers with administrative tasks and/or basic purchasing functions. The intern will be assigned project tasks as needed in support of the department. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company's rules and policies.
• Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable.
• Must understand and comply with applicable standards.

( i.e.:

ISO 9001, ISO 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO

50001, AAR, and CMMI).

• Maintain and safeguard business records.

Additional Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist Purchasing Team with general administrative tasks, expediting, & material availability activities
• Support Tools & Process Development through project specific tasks
• Support & Assist with weekly & monthly reporting
• Complete Special Tasks or projects as identified & assigned.
• Complexity will be dependent on individual's experience, interest, and skill set.

May include database management, requesting documentation or updates from external suppliers, and updating system data.

Competencies:

Technical

• Microsoft Office experience, especially Excel
• Ability to learn how to do basic navigation in SAP & to run standard reports
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Competencies:

Core

• Must be able to work cohesively with others
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Required Education:

HSD/GED Student preferably in at least Sophomore year and targeting Business degree. Logistics/Supply Chain or Operations Management emphasis preferred but not required.

Required Education:

High School Diploma/GED Student preferably in at least Sophomore year and targeting Business degree. Logistics/Supply Chain or Operations Management emphasis preferred but not required. Become part of our team! Join us in shaping the mobility of the future! We - that's around 32,000 employees worldwide. At over 100 locations in more than 30 countries, we are committed to progress on rail and road through technological excellence, sustainable management and social responsibility. Our most recent turnover was 7.8 billion euros. With us, you can expect an exciting and varied job in an international environment as well as an attractive package.