Company Name:  Garmin

Company Website: Garmin Official Site

Company Information: Garmin makes products that are engineered on the inside for life on the outside. They do this so their customers can make the most of the time they spend pursuing their passions.

With over 21,000 associates in 35 countries around the world, they bring GPS navigation and wearable technology to the automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness markets. Every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday.

Position Overview: Seeking a full-time Purchasing Intern in their Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for performing aspects of manufacturing and distribution operations activities, as applies to production, warehousing, and global product distribution which include process design/improvement, process documentation and checklist, cost/benefit analysis of projects, and reporting of results to management.

Essential Functions

• Support internal departments by procuring materials, equipment and services
• Analyze existing contractual terms and conditions
• Design processes, tools or systems to support ongoing Supplier Management requirements
• Assist with the creation, implementation, and maintenance of standardized departmental procedures
• Support Supplier RFPs
• Participate in contract negotiations
• Assist with onboarding new sources of supply and services
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and external suppliers, both domestic and foreign

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Analytics, Business Administration or a related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Proficient using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Superior organizational/analytical skills with keen attention to detail/quality

Application Instructions: Click on this link to apply now!