2024 Summer Internship: Purchasing

Since 1921, Neapco has been a leading supplier of innovative driveline solutions to original equipment manufacturers and the global automotive industry. Neapco designs, manufactures, and distributes high quality, cost-effective OEM and aftermarket driveline products for automotive, light truck, heavy truck, off-road, off-highway, agriculture, and industrial applications. Recognized by Crain’s Detroit Business “Fast 50” in 2020 and Private 200 in 2021, and honored with multiple Supplier Quality Awards, Neapco’s agile, passionate, and diverse approach fuels a relentless focus on establishing, maintaining, and strengthening professional partnerships. As we move forward into our new century, Neapco continues our long tradition of quality and excellence by placing team members first, from safety and personal enrichment to professional development.

Neapco is seeking a results-driven individual to join our team as a Purchasing Intern. The Purchasing  Intern will be responsible for description. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager and is based at our Neapco Holdings LLC Farmington Hills, Michigan. It is extremely important this team member be aligned with Neapco’s Core Values of Partnership, Passion, Agility, Teamwork, Integrity, and Diversity, along with Neapco’s Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility goals and objectives. Compensation dependent upon qualifications.

Job Description: 2024 Summer Internship: Purchasing

Key Responsibilities

·      Work closely with the manager/assigned team members to complete all allocated tasks

·      Attend meetings and events to understand commercial dynamics

·      Interface with other departments- both corporate and at manufacturing sites

·      Visit Manufacturing Plants and understand how Purchasing plays a part in the overall process and profitability of a company

·      Research market and internal data, analyze, organize, and prepare comparisons

·      Understand the Purchasing processes 

·      Special project support

·      Keep a log of everything learned and deliver a presentations to staff and other stakeholders towards the end of the internship experience

Required Skills

·      Cumulative GPA 3.0 or Higher

·      Excellent written and verbal and presentation skills required

·      Proficient in Microsoft Office with Extensive Excel skills required

·      Excellent planning and organization skills, attention to detail required

·      Must have a strong dedication and commitment to quality while following through on assigned projects

·      Previous experience in Purchasing, Planning, or similar role is a plus

Education

·      Working towards completion of a Bachelor or Master degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar field from an accredited university.

Neapco recognizes that our team members are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing them with a safe, drug-free workplace fostering respect and ethical treatment. Unlawful discrimination in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, ethnic/national origin, age, sex, veteran status, disability, or any similar protected