Buyer I/ Expeditor Intern

Company Description

Amentum is a leader in global engineering, project management and solutions integration, trusted to modernize the most critical missions anywhere in the world today and in the future. We’re uniquely positioned to deliver solutions faster and solve what’s coming next. We’ve earned our customers’ confidence to rely on us to successfully manage and execute the most complex programs of scale and provide them with solutions they need for an unpredictable world.

Job Description

Amentum seeks an Intern who is interested in gaining practical skills and industry knowledge through tasks and/or projects related to their area of study or career interests. Specifically, the Procurement Department is seeking a Buyer I/Expeditor to provide assistance to senior Buyers across multiple contracts. During the internship, you will learn how Global Supply Chain Management works for Government Procurement by assisting with procurement of materials, components, supplies and/or services for the company in accordance with standard operating procedures, contract requirements and federal acquisition regulations.

What You'll Do

The future is uncertain. And that’s where we come in. Analyzing data. Anticipating what’s possible. We’re here to solve what’s next and get ahead of the toughest challenges we face. As a Buyer I/Expeditor Intern, your responsibilities may include:

Work with different heads of department to monitor inventory levels, assess supply vendors and ensure delivered supplies meet quality standards.

Contact vendors, place orders, verify supplies, manage supply requisition and communicate with suppliers to determine expected delivery dates and inform Project Managers of potential delays.

Maintain and work financial reports to ensure accuracy.

Ensure interdepartmental communication for improved coordination of productive operations.

Monitor project delivery timelines, check work quality against company requirements and specifications and ensure compliance with regulations.

Collaborate with Procurement Lead for updates on delivery timelines.

Compile, record and report project performance and progress to management and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled and in pursuit of an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business or other related field from an accredited college/university. Preference will be given to Juniors and Seniors.

Have a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Must be a US Citizen.

Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Must complete and have a favorable result on a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Desired Skills & Expertise

Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels throughout the organization.

Good analytical skills.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments and work well under pressure.