Procurement Intern: Jumpstart in Supply Chain & ERP

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Education Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Job summary

Progress Rail is seeking a Purchasing Intern in Illinois to support the purchasing team with ERP-based purchase orders, supplier communications, and records maintenance. The role offers exposure to procurement, inventory control, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment.

Within an office setting in LaGrange, IL, this internship emphasizes collaboration with logistics and inventory teams and requires strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Developed analytical ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Minimal travel may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and processing purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Support supplier communication for order confirmations, delivery schedules, and issue resolution.
• Help maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Participate in cost analysis and vendor performance reviews.
• Collaborate with inventory and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Prepare reports and presentations for purchasing metrics and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate or graduate business, supply chain, engineering, computer science or accounting program

Job description

Progress Rail is seeking a Purchasing Intern in Illinois to support the purchasing team with ERP-based purchase orders, supplier communications, and records maintenance. The role offers exposure to procurement, inventory control, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment.

Within an office setting in LaGrange, IL, this internship emphasizes collaboration with logistics and inventory teams and requires strong communication and analytical skills.