Intern: Planning & Buyer

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids in Missouri is seeking an intern for production planning and supply chain operations. You will support material planning, track order fulfillment, and assist in maintaining accurate records.

This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and a basic understanding of ERP systems like SAP. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Join us in ensuring a smooth material flow and compliance with regulations, while living our core values of safety and integrity.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong interest in production planning, procurement, and supply chain operations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production planning and scheduling activities.
• Support material requirement planning and follow up on purchase requisitions.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages.

Skills

Production planning

Procurement

Supply chain operations

Microsoft Excel

Basic English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

How you’ll make an impact

You will assist in production planning and scheduling activities to ensure timely execution of manufacturing orders.

You will support material requirement planning (MRP) and follow‑up on purchase requisitions and purchase orders.

You will monitor inventory levels and help identify potential shortages or excess stock situations.

You will coordinate with internal teams (production, logistics, and warehouses) to ensure smooth material flow.

You will track order fulfillment status and provide updates on delivery schedules and support data preparation and reporting for key KPIs such as lead time, inventory level, and on‑time delivery.

You will assist in SAP system transactions related to planning and procurement activities, also follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules and resolve basic supply issues.

You will participate in continuous improvement activities related to planning and supply chain processes and maintain accurate documentation and records for planning and purchasing activities.

You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

You hold a bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

Strong interest in production planning, procurement, and supply chain operations.

Basic understanding of ERP systems (SAP preferred) is an advantage.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data handling, basic analysis).

Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy in data handling.

Basic level of English communication (written and verbal).

Location Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea

Job type Full time

Experience Internship

Job function Intern

Contract Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Publication date 2026-06-23

Reference number R0134302

Contact: [e-mail]