Purchasing Intern

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations — not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

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Role Purpose:

Support the Purchasing and Supply Chain team in daily administrative and operational activities while developing a practical understanding of purchasing processes, systems, materials, and the day-to-day operations of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Purchasing and Supply Chain team.
• Run and maintain reports required to support daily operations and decision-making.
• Support the preparation and follow-up of information required for meetings.
• Participate in meetings alongside the supervisor and other team members, as required.
• Learn and understand internal purchasing and supply chain processes, systems, materials, and products.
• Support follow-up activities related to purchasing and material requirements.
• Collaborate with the Planning, Receiving and Shipping teams.
• Maintain communication and coordination with Production as an internal customer.
• Support Purchasing transactions in accordance with Corning policies and procedures.
• Perform other activities assigned by the supervisor according to business and departmental needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently Pursuing a degree in: Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial and Administrative engineering

Skills and Competencies:

• Languages: English     70% spoken & written.
• Software: Knowledge: Excel, Word, Power point, Outlook Power Bi