Procurement Co-Op

Position: 2026 Procurement Co-Op
## 2026 Procurement Co-OpApplylocations:
Sterling, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R16324

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer##
** About TTM
** TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found .comWe are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Purchasing Intern to support our procurement operations through data management, process improvement, and inventory optimization initiatives. This internship offers hands-on experience in purchasing operations, vendor management, and supply chain analytics within a manufacturing/production environment.
** This position is onsite, and you must live in the DMV area.
**** Primary Objectives & Responsibilities:
**** Purchase Order (PO) Clean-Up:**- Review and audit open purchase orders to identify outdated, incomplete, or obsolete entries.

- Collaborate with the stakeholders to close, cancel, or update open POs.

- Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with purchasing policies.

- Generate reports on PO status and clean-up progress.
** Maintenance Item Description Updates:**- Standardize and enhance item descriptions in the purchasing system.

- Add machine names and/or department information to item descriptions (especially long descriptions) for improved searchability and identification.

- Create consistent naming conventions and formatting guidelines.

- Facilitate better lookup functionality for maintenance materials across the organization
** PO Contact Information Updates & Standardization:**- Update vendors contact information to ensure Sterling (STE) email addresses are used for all applicable vendors.

- Implement system-wide use of designated email format to ensure "distribution email" is automatically copied on all vendor communications.

- Audit existing vendor contacts and flag inconsistencies between sites.

- Create clear documentation to prevent other sites from using non-standard Sterling contact information.

- Ensure communication protocol compliance across all purchasing locations.
** Safety Stock Analysis & Optimization:**- Analyze current safety stock levels across key inventory items.

- Evaluate usage patterns, lead times, and demand variability.

- Recommend optimal safety stock quantities to balance availability and carrying costs.

- Update system parameters based on analytical findings.

- Document methodology and rationale for safety stock adjustments.
** Chemistry Inventory Stocking Analysis:**- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of chemical inventory management.

- Compare min/max system settings against actual physical storage space limitations.

- Identify discrepancies between theoretical inventory levels and practical storage constraints.

- Recommend adjustments to min/max parameters based on space availability, usage rates, and safety requirements.

- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and proper chemical storage protocols.

- Collaborate with EH&S and operations teams to optimize chemical inventory levels.
** Additional Responsibilities:**- Assist with vendor communication and follow-up on outstanding orders.

- Support purchasing team with ad-hoc data analysis and reporting requests.

- Participate in cross-functional team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Maintain accurate documentation of all projects and recommendations.

- Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for purchasing processes.
** Qualifications

Required:

**- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas,…