Procurement Operations co-op or Hybrid co-op

Procurement Operations Co-op Or Hybrid Co-op

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests™," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Mercury Marine – Fond du Lac, WI.

Position Overview:

As a Procurement Operations co-op or Hybrid co-op you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified supply chain professionals who are responsible for managing supplier partners who contribute to the production and manufacture of outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry. You will become an integral member of a supply chain team committed to delivering superior results. You'll learn how to work with a team of professionals, working in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution environment as you own and manage assigned projects.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Develop effective working relationships with your customers, partners and supplier base, both internally and externally
• Analyze current material flow within a process or operation to develop and implement improvements, eliminating waste and streamlining the operations.
• Process weekly MRP and initiate corrective actions as needed to ensure accurate ordering standards and effective inventory control.
• Collaborate with your peers and supplier base to develop cost effective inventory management practices and reduce inventory through implementation of pull, VMI or consignment programs.
• Maintain regular partner communications to assess delivery data status, supplier performance, parts deployment, inventory policies and/or continuous improvement efforts.
• Investigate and resolve invoicing issues to maintain positive supplier relationships, ensure future materials deliveries, maintain required production levels and provide feedback to management regarding any process or systems issues.
• Engage in and support Commodity Team Meetings and Green Belt/LSS projects as needed
• Gain confidence in your ability to influence people and manage potentially contentious situations to a positive result
• Act as a liaison to all areas of the organization while you drive execution within the supply base

Co-op project opportunities:

• Manage a small group of suppliers
• Purchase Order Management
• On Time Shipping
• Inventory Turns
• Receiving Discrepancies
• Report Creation
• Manage ASN Mailbox Entry

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications :

• Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Supply Chain Operations or Management, Procurement, or a degree related to Supply Chain
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
• The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your University
• Dependable, self-motivated and engaged learner

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the manufacturing industry

Working Conditions:

• Learning Opportunities:
  Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.
• Project Work:
  The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization's goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.
• Hours:
  
  Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week
• Feedback and Performance Reviews:
  As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on…