Purchasing Co-op: Automotive Sourcing & Analysis

Mubea; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mubea is seeking a college junior for a spring semester Purchasing Co-op opportunity. The co-op will support the Purchasing organization in sourcing materials, components, equipment, and services for a global automotive manufacturing company.

This role provides practical experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost analysis, contract administration, and purchasing operations; previous purchasing or manufacturing experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Motivated, curious, and detail-oriented student seeking hands-on experience in purchasing, supply chain management, procurement, or the automotive industry.
• Previous purchasing or manufacturing experience is not required.
• College junior for a spring semester Purchasing Co-op opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Work with buyers, plant personnel, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and suppliers on projects that improve cost, quality, delivery, supply continuity, and purchasing efficiency.
• Support purchasing activities while gaining practical experience in supplier management, cost analysis, and purchasing operations.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, professional communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple priorities, work independently while contributing to a team, and adapt when priorities or business requirements change.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, work through problems, and make a meaningful contribution to the Purchasing team.

Job description

Mubea is seeking a college junior for a spring semester Purchasing Co-op opportunity. The co-op will support the Purchasing organization in sourcing materials, components, equipment, and services for a global automotive manufacturing company.

This role provides practical experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, cost analysis, contract administration, and purchasing operations; previous purchasing or manufacturing experience is not required.