Co-Op, Commodity Purchasing

Yazaki North America, Inc.; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Supportive learning environment

Exposure to industry experts

Job summary

Yazaki North America, Inc. is seeking a Co-Op to join the Purchasing team in Canton, MI. This role is designed for students pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management or related fields. It offers hands-on experience and opportunities to work collaboratively with industry experts.

Responsibilities include supporting buyers with data analytics, improving tracking for cable components, and aiding in cost engineering initiatives. Competitive compensation and a positive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited institution.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work at least 20 hours a week on-site.

Responsibilities

• Support buyers with data analytics and Excel templates.
• Assist sub-assembly team in improving cable tracking.
• Track cost savings ideas and performance against plan.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Company Description

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally and has maintained strategic and stable growth throughout its 84‑year history. Today, we are looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen and thrive in the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Yazaki Culture

Here at Yazaki, we foster a culture that embodies the Yazaki Spirit: Fortitude, Service Mindset, and Foresight. We are goal driven with a high level of perseverance and ability to adapt as we engage with each other and our customers. We connect with each other to help our partners succeed while holding ourselves and others accountable. We work to make the complex simple seeing around corners to anticipate the needs of our internal and external customers.

What we are looking for

Yazaki is looking for a Co‑Op to join the Purchasing team in Canton MI. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action‑driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization.

Location

Canton, MI, USA

What you will be doing

• Support buyers with data analytics and support to refresh and improve existing Excel based templates
• Support sub‑assembly team to build improved categorization and tracking of cable/cable components to aid in cost engineering
• Support departmental tracking of cost savings ideas, tracking actual performance against forecast. Support updates to the buyers related to performance against plan

What you will bring to the table

• Enrollment in a 4‑year degree program at an accredited institution at the time of co‑op targeting
• Ability to work an average of 20 hours a week on‑site
• Ability to work a minimum of two semesters
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills

What we can provide you

• A glimpse of your potential
• Hands‑on, practical experience
• Direct exposure to and guidance from industry experts
• Opportunities to expand your professional network
• A supportive and secure environment for learning
• Competitive compensation

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.