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.

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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.