Procurement Intern

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Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed 16 million hours and over 250 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at www.cirrusaircraft.com.

This internship would be onsite in Duluth, MN from May through August 2025.

The Procurement Intern will be working cross-functionally across purchasing, operation and engineering groups to implement the procurement strategy and project timelines. The individual will have a positive influence on the organization’s sourcing requirements and process improvements through lean thinking, problem solving, negotiating and communication updates to meet the assigned goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Assist in the areas of project management, sourcing activity, tactical procurement, process development to include:
• Collaborate with the COS, engineering and operations teams
• Gathers feedback from stakeholders
• Develops business tools and solutions that identify process improvement opportunities through strategic thinking and analysis
• Measures the success of the implementation area and brainstorms solutions for unanticipated challenges

Required Education/Training:

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Currently pursuing ASCM CPIM certification preferred.

Related Experience:

• Previous supply chain work experience or internship preferred but not required.
• Experience related to the following areas; warehouse, supply chain, logistics, replenishment, process improvement, and data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical skills, and ability to multi-task

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Preferred experience with Epicor Avantè ERP and Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP
• Proficiency in Material Pull Systems, and an understanding of Materials Requirements Planning functionality and limitations
• Must possess a strong attention to detail and ability to focus on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be comfortable operating with minimal supervision and ability to prioritize and execute tasks
• Ability to translate complex data into a simple to understand format
• Ability to communicate effectively across a wide variety of functions and levels of the organization.
• Ability to influence cross-functionally with both a keen attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to present complex information & concepts in a precise and digestible fashion
• Comfort in ambiguous situations and ability to work towards goals

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be able to complete entire duration of internship.
• Must be able to secure local housing for duration of internship.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime hours may be required.

This opportunity is located in Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted “Best Town” by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named “Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland” and “Best Workplace Culture” by the Duluth News Tribune readers.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Location: Duluth, MN, US

Posted Date: 10/31/2024