When you join Daimler, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.
We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.
Job Overview
This internship will give the selected candidate hands-on experience in logistics and purchasing. This position will offer opportunities to prepare projects from start to finish as well as give an opportunity to support all teams within the department.
Responsibilities
- Support Buyers throughout the procurement process including complex analysis, presentation development, negotiations support, supplier screenings etc.
- Support the management and organization of new project initiatives.
- Analyze and prepare commodity strategies
- Analyze and prepare supplier capabilities
- Support basic contract management needs
- Streamline department communications and focus on process improvements
- Must be participating in a Bachelor's Program or higher (or have graduated within the past 12 months) required
- GPA of 3.0 or higher required
- An attached resume is required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
- Pursuing a degree in Logistics/Supply Chain or Business Administration/management preferred
- Junior or Senior standing preferred
- High-level of proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint required
- Ability to prepare professional presentations to present business case and detailed analysis information in a succinct and polished manner to stakeholders of the organization required
- Knowledge of fundamental business practices and concepts that impact the success and profitability of the organization required
- Experience in Logistics, Project Management, lean management and/or continuous improvement, Procurement and Supplier Negotiations preferred
- Courses completed in field of logistics and/or supply chain management required
- Local candidates preferred
- No relocation assistance will be provided
Additional Information
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application.
- Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.
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