STW - Purchasing Co-Op

DESCRIPTION We are looking for a talented School to Work – Purchasing person to join our team specializing in Purchasing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Troy, MI. This position will require 2-3 days of on-site work in Troy, MI. Directly assist the Global Purchasing Solutions team with various activities designed to achieve continuous improvements, compliance, reporting, and data integrity. This role will support in project execution, assisting with the preparation of reports, and aiding in system-related support and tasks such as maintenance, data entry, and responding to user inquiries from the Purchasing department. Involvement with cross-functional teams will include Information Technology, Finance, and Accounts Payable. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Support projects managed by the Global Purchasing Solutions team and collaborate with key stakeholders Responds to system inquiries, resolves issues, and provides guidance to the Purchasing teams Compile and enter data into various systems and databases, ensuring completeness and integrity, such as market rates and contract details Perform routine system tasks, such as updating records, generating reports, and processing workflows Prepare accurate and timely financial reports on a regular cadence, for Purchasing distribution RESPONSIBILITIES To be successful in this role you will need the following: Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong analytical and time management skills Able to work collaboratively within a team environment Self-motivated to learn and grow as an employee QUALIFICATIONS This position will require 2-3 days of on-site work in Troy, MI. Directly assist the Global Purchasing Solutions team with various activities designed to achieve continuous improvements, compliance, reporting, and data integrity. This role will support in project execution, assisting with the preparation of reports, and aiding in system-related support and tasks such as maintenance, data entry, and responding to user inquiries from the Purchasing department. Involvement with cross-functional teams will include Information Technology, Finance, and Accounts Payable. Key Responsibilities: Support projects managed by the Global Purchasing Solutions team and collaborate with key stakeholders Responds to system inquiries, resolves issues, and provides guidance to the Purchasing teams Compile and enter data into various systems and databases, ensuring completeness and integrity, such as market rates and contract details Perform routine system tasks, such as updating records, generating reports, and processing workflows Prepare accurate and timely financial reports on a regular cadence, for Purchasing distribution Qualifications and Competencies: Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong analytical and time management skills Able to work collaboratively within a team environment Self-motivated to learn and grow as an employee Preferred study in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field. Job Purchasing Organization Cummins Inc. Role Category Hybrid Job Type Student - School To Work ReqID 2408477 Relocation Package No Cummins and E-Verify At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.