Purchasing Trainee: Shape Greener Mobility Supply Chain

Valeo; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Valeo is seeking a Purchasing Intern to contribute to strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization in a dynamic automotive environment.

The role is available to students who can start as soon as possible, with part-time hours during the school year and full-time work during the summer. You will assist in supplier evaluation, RFQ/RFP preparation, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently a student pursuing a Business Degree or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supplier selection, qualification and evaluation for various commodities and services.
• Support contract negotiations, terms and pricing with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency.
• Prepare and analyze RFQs and RFPs.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Production, Logistics to define purchasing needs and optimize supply chain processes.
• Maintain and update purchasing databases and systems with accurate supplier and pricing information.
• Participate in cost reduction projects and value analysis initiatives.
• Support the implementation of purchasing strategies and policies.
• Generate reports and provide analysis on purchasing activities, market trends and supplier performance.

Skills

Student status

Education

Business degree or related field

Job description

Valeo is seeking a Purchasing Intern to contribute to strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost optimization in a dynamic automotive environment.

The role is available to students who can start as soon as possible, with part-time hours during the school year and full-time work during the summer. You will assist in supplier evaluation, RFQ/RFP preparation, and cost-reduction initiatives.