Procurement - Student

At our company, we're on a mission to redefine vehicle safety and reliability on a global scale. Founded in 2016, we have pioneered the world's first fully automated suite of vehicle inspection systems. At the heart of this innovation lies our advanced AI-driven technology, representing the pinnacle of Machine Learning, GenAI, and computer vision within the automotive sector. With close to $400M in funding and strategic partnerships with industry giants such as Amazon, General Motors, Volvo, and CarMax, our company stands at the forefront of automotive technological advancement. Our growing global team of over 200 employees is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages teamwork. Our drive for innovation and pursuit of excellence are deeply Embedded in our vibrant company culture, ensuring that each individual's efforts are recognized and valued as we unite to build a safer automotive world. We are seeking an Industrial and Management Engineering student to join our Operations Team and assist with purchasing and materials. In this position, you will work with global company entities and worldwide suppliers, and carry out strategic initiatives and tactical executions using an end-to-end approach to achieve company goals and support roadmaps.
A day in the life and how youll make an impact: Supporting the local team by opening New requisitions for the company users.
* Opening new Purchase orders, sending them to vendors, and following up.
* Processing invoices, opening new vendors - working closely with Finance
* Kept track of deliveries to ensure they arrived as planned.
* Followed up on order approvals to avoid any delays.
* Process item receipts and work closely with the company material planner
* Generate vendor leads for competitive pricing
* Handle emergency part requests and propose solutions
* Cross-functional collaboration within the organization, such as R&D, NPI, and Engineering, while ensuring best procurement practices.
* A proactive, tenacious, and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.