Supply Chain Co-Op

Ultralife Corporation; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultralife Corporation in Newark, NY seeks a Supply Chain / Purchasing Co-op for Spring 2027 to gain hands-on experience in a global manufacturing environment.

You will work with Buyers, Planners, and Managers to support procurement, ERP/MRP activities, and continuous improvement projects affecting production lines.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in a related field such as Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP logic (Syspro, SAP, Oracle) or PLM systems; training will be provided.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to interact with global suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong detail orientation and problem-solving for inventory or delivery issues.

Responsibilities

• Generate, process, and modify purchase orders in the ERP (Syspro) based on MRP signals.
• Track open POs, contact suppliers to confirm ship dates, and update ERP accordingly.
• Request quotes, analyze bids, and manage RFQ documentation.
• Support inventory control and ensure master data accuracy (pricing, lead times, BOMs).
• Coordinate with QA, receiving, and engineering on MRB closures and disposition.
• Participate in lean/six-sigma procurement initiatives and supplier performance analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Supply chain / business-related degree

Tools

Syspro

SAP

Oracle

MRP systems

Job description

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Supply Chain Co-Op

UL 16300 - Purchasing Temporary New York Newark, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1518

Salary Range: $18.00 To $21.00 Hourly

Opportunity Overview

Gain hands-on, high-impact experience within a global defense, medical, and technology manufacturing environment. This co-op role is fully integrated into our operational purchasing team, offering exposure to global supplier networks, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, and real-world supply chain problem solving.

Available for Spring 2027 session

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supply Chain / Purchasing Co-op student will provide tactical and analytical support to our team at the Newark, NY manufacturing facility. Working alongside experienced Buyers, Planners, and Supply Chain Managers, the co-op student will assist in ensuring that production lines have an uninterrupted flow of mechanical and electronic components. This individual will actively interface with ERP systems, manage supplier confirmations, resolve delivery variances, and assist with strategic continuous improvement projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Purchase Order Tactical Management: Assist in generating, processing, and modifying purchase orders within the corporate ERP system (Syspro) based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP) demand signals and independent requisitions.
• Expediting & Delivery Assurance: Track and monitor open purchase orders to identify potential component shortages. Proactively contact external suppliers to confirm ship dates, update the ERP system, and elevate material risks to prevent manufacturing downtime.
• Supplier Communications: Assist in managing routine supplier relations, requesting and analyzing quotes for new or modified parts, and executing request-for-quote (RFQ) documentation.
• Inventory & Data Integrity: Support inventory control activities, including analyzing slow-moving inventory, updating min-max stocking levels, and ensuring accuracy of master data records (e.g., component pricing, standard lead times, and manufacturing BOMs).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Quality Assurance, receiving/warehouse teams, and engineering to assist in the administration of non-conforming material dispositions and Material Review Board (MRB) administrative closure.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in lean/six-sigma procurement initiatives, analyze supplier performance metrics, and contribute data to departmental supplier scorecards.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Academic Standing: Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Analytical & Excel Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (ability to utilize VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and logical formulas for data manipulation is strongly preferred).
• System Aptitude: Strong comfort level with data systems. Direct exposure to ERP/MRP logic (such as Syspro, SAP, Oracle) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems is a plus, though training will be provided.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to professionalize communications when interacting with global external suppliers and internal engineering teams.
• Problem-Solving: Strong detail orientation with the ability to balance day-to-day tactical tasks while executing root-cause analysis for inventory or delivery issues.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in standard office environment and with computers consistently throughout the day
• Ability to alternate sitting and standing for 8 hours per day.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN FROM THIS EXPERIENCE

• Direct insight into high-compliance global manufacturing (ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 environments).
• Practical mastery of industrial MRP execution and inventory management strategies (Kanban, Just-In-Time).
• Exposure to strategic sourcing, commercial contract awareness, and international logistics workflows.
• Mentorship from senior supply chain leadership and hands-on professional growth.

Ultralife Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 315-332-7100.

Pay for this position ranges $18-21/hour based on experience.

Monday - Friday, anticipated 8:00am-4:30pm