Procurement Intern
Company: Aspire Bakeries
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a
leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from
leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes
breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries
from beloved brands likeLa Brea Bakery,Otis Spunkmeyer, andOakrun
Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to
driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and
flavors, and exceeding our customers
expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity,
Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver
on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.As a
Procurement Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in SAP
database administration, supporting the sourcing process, and
assisting with data analysis and special projects. You will learn
to manage daily interactions with suppliers, bakeries, and
cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations. This role
requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving
skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel and
PowerPoint.Responsibilities:SAP Database Administration Learn and
Apply knowledge of SAP and work processes to manage database
administration, purchase price variance, invoice discrepancy
resolution, vendor registration, credits, and OA support for
bakeries to ensure supply with minimal rework. Learn and Manage a
variety of routine and non-routine daily contacts with multiple
Suppliers, R&D, Bakeries, Accounts Payable and others as needed
to obtain information necessary to support using bakeries for their
requirements. This information includes prices, specs, timing
requirements and availability. Support of new ingredient set up in
the Aspire Bakeries system, coordinating the process with all
impacted stakeholders including R&D, Regulatory, FSQA,
Operations, etc.Sourcing Supports with analysis and data entry for
various procurement categories. Supports Category Managers with the
supplier and product qualifications Assists with the administration
of RFP / RFQ / RFI.Potential Projects: Support sourcing activities,
sourcing projects and data analysis as assigned and directed by
managers. Direct involvement with Accounting,Finance, and
Commercialization functions to meet deadlines. Work on projects as
assigned or as developed to drive efficiencies, cost savings and
better ways of working.Basic Qualifications: Marketing or
Communications major; no degree required, prefer intern in Junior
year GPA of 3.0or higher Superior critical thinking skills and
ability to structure analyses to solve poorly defined problems.
Solid communication, problem-solving, and research abilities are
necessary. Solid Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. ERP
experience a plus Green Belt/Six Sigma a plus Proficient in English
(written and verbal).Program Eligibility: Must be able to work
full-time for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks Must be able to
work from the LA office, located in the Howard Hughes Center on the
west side of Los Angeles, Monday-Thursday with the flexibility to
work remotely each Friday Must pass pre-employment background and
drug screening with satisfactory resultsHourly Rate:$20.00Aspire
Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our
organization. The final determination of a successful candidate s
starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but
not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience
within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this
position is generally for candidates that meet the specified
qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job
description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates
that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We
provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your
experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits
program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage
rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining
agreements.Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or
veteran status.
Keywords: Aspire Bakeries, Lynwood , Procurement Intern, Other , Los Angeles, California
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