Purchasing Intern

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Oshkosh Delivery, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Purchasing Intern to support the Global Procurement and Supply Chain teams in Oshkosh, WI for a Spring/Summer 2027 start. You will assist commodity managers with negotiations, supplier selection, pricing, forecasts, and performance management, learning how pricing ties to standard cost and broader financial decisions.

Visit suppliers to understand manufacturing processes and constraints, coordinate part-number changes and BOM updates, and manage

Qualifications

• Student working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Economics, Logistics, or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for Summer 2027.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working independently and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support commodity managers with negotiations, supplier selection, pricing, forecasts, and performance management.
• Visit suppliers to understand manufacturing processes, capabilities, capacity, and constraints.
• Administer RFQs by sending packages to suppliers, collecting quotations, and comparing pricing, lead times, and terms.
• Maintain accurate pricing on purchase orders and component standard costs to align with finance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Economics, Logistics, or related field

Job description

About Oshkosh Delivery, an Oshkosh company Oshkosh Delivery is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. Built on Oshkosh Corporation’s legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable. With a focus on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology, Oshkosh Delivery empowers fleets and businesses to move goods smarter, safer, and with confidence, today and for the road ahead.

Purchasing Intern supports multiple levels of procurement within our Global Procurement and Supply Chain (GPSC) teams. *This position has a Spring/Summer 2027 start date. YOUR IMPACT: These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Support commodity managers with negotiations, supplier selection, pricing, forecasts, and performance management, including quarterly scorecard reviews and corrective actions. Learn how component pricing connects to standard cost, EAC, and broader financial decisions. Take ownership of certain suppliers and actively manage their pricing with mentorship. Visit suppliers to understand their manufacturing processes, capabilities, capacity, and potential constraints. Work with tactical buyers to understand how purchased components flow into the manufacturing plant, including work in SAP. Help coordinate part-number changes, cut-ins, and Bill of Material (BOM) updates. Manage EDI, supplier-portal forecasts, and coordinated communications to suppliers regarding forecast changes, deadlines, and updates. Identify and implement AI and digital tools that can improve purchasing-team efficiency. Learn how purchasing participates in new-product development, from early concepts through sourcing and production. Administer RFQs by sending packages to suppliers, collecting quotations, and comparing pricing, lead times, and commercial terms. Maintain accurate pricing on purchase orders and component standard costs to align with finance and budgeting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Student working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Economics, Logistics, or related field. Graduation date of December 2027 or later. Willing to travel or relocate to Oshkosh, WI for the Summer of 2027 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Oshkosh, WI).

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:

GPA of 3.0 or greater Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working independently and efficiently. Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions.

Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.

Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.