Purchasing Intern (Summer 2027)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Dodge Center (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

McNeilus, part of Oshkosh Corporation, is seeking a Purchasing and Sourcing Intern to join the Global Procurement Supply Chain team in a hybrid role. You will help set up suppliers, support data gathering, and assist with internal purchasing requests while learning the ropes of ERP systems.

The internship requires pursuing a Bachelor’s in business, with a 3.0 GPA or higher preferred. Strong communication and ability to multi-task will help you succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field for the duration of the internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain suppliers in the Pierce database.
• Prepare weekly reports for department leads to aid decision making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to obtain part drawings and information for GPSC sourcing.
• Maintain supplier relationships and obtain cross references for part numbers.
• Liaise between GPSC and Engineering for updated part drawings.
• Assist with internal purchasing requests for non-inventory parts and services.
• Complete tax-exempt certificates as needed.
• Support ERP data updates and pull annual usage data for sourcing.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

ERP system

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

SUMMARY

The intern position would provide a hybrid of Purchasing and Sourcing support within our Global Procurement Supply Chain (GPSC) team.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

• This role will be responsible for the setup and maintaining existing suppliers within the Pierce database.
• Prepare weekly reports for department leads to assist in decision making for the company.
• Partner with cross functional team to gather part drawings and additional part information to support the GPSC sourcing team.
• Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers to obtain cross references of part numbers.
• Liaison between GPSC and Engineering to provide updated part drawings to the supplier.
• Partner with internal cross functional teams to process internal purchasing requests for non-inventory parts and services.
• Complete tax-exempt certificates as needed.
• Assist other team members with the GPSC team with mass price updates in the company ERP system.
• Partner with cross functional team to obtain data to assist with pull estimated date of arrival and annual usages for sourcing team.
• Assist with internal training for the new Supplier Portal.
• Assist with department improvement projects.
• Assist GPSC with past due orders and critical shortages.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Student working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field for entire duration of internship.

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.