Supply Chain Intern
Date: Oct 22, 2024
Location: Colmar, PA, US, 18915
Company: Dorman Products
Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 28 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, we had revenues surpassing $1.93 billion in 2023.
Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to join our dynamic procurement team. This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in the procurement process and supply chain management. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and contribute to various procurement activities, assisting with supplier management, data analysis, and purchasing tasks.
Primary Duties
- Assist in the procurement process by supporting the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services.
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their offerings.
- Maintain and update procurement databases and documentation.
- Assist in processing and storage of supplier contracts.
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of procurement reports and metrics.
- Collaborate with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Participate in meetings and contribute ideas for process improvements.
- Assist in managing supplier relationships and resolving any issues that arise.
Qualifications
- Completed Business, Finance, or Accounting related coursework (preferred).
- Interest in Supply Chain.
- Aptitude to actively manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to obtain direction from audit project leads and perform requested tasks while proactively seeking guidance to ensure complete understanding.
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Physical Requirement: Capability to lift 20 pounds.
- Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items from one building to another, and speak and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate.
Education / Experience
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree from an accredited college/university
- Majoring in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Information Systems Management, Data &
- Analytics, or a related field
- Minimum completion of two years or more of college preferred before the start of your internship.
- Minimum of 3.0 GPA
- Relevant internship, work experience, and/or involvement with professional clubs/organizations
Core Values & Competencies
Attributes
Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com
Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia
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