Purchasing Intern- Summer 2026

Magna Electronics Inc.

Plymouth, , United States
On-site
Supplier negotiations
Benchmarking material costs
Analysis of material costs
Magna Electronics Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Intern for Summer 2026 to assist in identifying cost-saving opportunities in the purchasing department. The role offers hands-on experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and procurement processes within a manufacturing environment

Job Summary

  • The Purchasing Intern supports the Purchasing department by assisting with identifying cost-saving opportunities through supplier negotiations, benchmarking, and analysis of material costs.
  • This role is designed to provide hands-on experience and will gain exposure to purchasing processes, vendor relationships, contract management, and organizational purchasing systems within a manufacturing environment.
  • At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Magna Electronics Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Intern for Summer 2026 to assist in identifying cost-saving opportunities in the purchasing department. The role offers hands-on experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and procurement processes within a manufacturing environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supplier negotiations
  • Benchmarking material costs
  • Analysis of material costs
  • MRO and direct purchasing
  • RFQs and purchase order management
  • Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial-minded team
  • Industry-leading automotive technologies
  • Global team
  • Practical solutions for supply chain issues

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Basic analytical skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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