Linde Inc.
Junior Buyer Co-Op
Tonawanda, NY, United States | req24935
What you will enjoy doing*

• In this role, you will assist in collecting and analyzing supplier data, purchase orders, and contract terms from various commodity groups
• Further, in conjunction with strategic procurement, commodity managers, buyers, and engineers: you will keep the supplier qualification up to date and anticipate with the registration/qualification process for the suppliers who are expired, not qualified or other pending status for project packages
• You will participate in supplier pool and supplier development plan initiatives
• Additionally, you will support the Buyers and Commodity Managers on supplier Frame Agreement development
• You will also build and maintain supplier databases and procurement dashboards
• Consulting with various departments and business units where needed to fill gaps in datasheets and vendor information is part of your role
• You will be responsible for participating in supplier communications and other requirements
• Further, you will follow procurement standards and quality systems and focuses on compliance with procurement work processes

What makes you great

• You are currently pursuing a BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field
• You have prior internship or coursework in procurement, supply chain, or business analytics preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools is required for this role
• Effective computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), data analysis tools, and procurement software are required for this role
• You have effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills are required for this role
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task

Why you will love working with us
Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications including production of clean hydrogen and carbon capture systems critical to the energy transition, life-saving medical oxygen and high-purity & specialty gases for electronics. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.
What we offer you!
At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Every day is an opportunity: an opportunity to learn, to grow, to share success, and to contribute to one of the world's leading industrial gas and engineering companies. Seize the opportunity: take your next step with us and join our team.

In addition to competitive compensation we offer a wide range of medical options to suit everyone's needs. Other benefits include; educational and professional development, employee discount program, 401K, pension plan, and life insurance, just to name a few. The pay range for this role is $27.00-$38.00 USD.
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We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.
#LI-DNIIn this role, you will assist in collecting and analyzing supplier data, purchase orders, and contract terms from various commodity groupsFurther, in conjunction with strategic procurement, commodity managers, buyers, and engineers: you will keep the supplier qualification up to date and anticipate with the registration/qualification process for the suppliers who are expired, not qualified or other pending status for project packagesYou will participate in supplier pool and supplier development plan initiativesAdditionally, you will support the Buyers and Commodity Managers on supplier Frame Agreement developmentYou will also build and maintain supplier databases and procurement dashboardsConsulting with various departments and business units where needed to fill gaps in datasheets and vendor information is part of your roleYou will be responsible for participating in supplier communications and other requirementsFurther, you will follow procurement standards and quality systems and focuses on compliance with procurement work processes