Fall 2019 L'Oreal Sourcing Co-Op

Sourcing Co-Op

Assist with a full range of responsibilities in Purchasing; input and create data in SAP/SRM system; identify and perform reconciliations of invoice discrepancies; run monthly financial reports, maintain component price lists. Responsibilities include organizing, tracking, issuing and maintaining various documents in conjunction with suppliers/vendors. Assist buyers with monthly reporting, analysis, and project related work. Conduct relevant analysis and assist Commodity Experts/Lead Buying Experts and Divisional Purchasing management in the sourcing of new product launches. Assist in the implementation of value analysis projects. Conduct relevant RFP via e-purchasing system and 1st analysis as appropriate to assist strategic sourcing management decisions and negotiations. Assist with vendor evaluations, and special project assignments

·        Candidate must be in Junior or Senior year of undergrad or Second Year Master’s Degree with a 3.2 GPA and be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or similar discipline. 

·        Must possess excellent communication skills and a willingness to work independently as well as in a team environment. 

·        Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment and possess above average decision making ability. 

·        Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, permanent basis.

·        Prior Internship or Co-op Experience a plus.

Key abilities include:

·        Problem solving and assisting with the resolution of Operations issues.

·        Must be able to work on multiple tasks at the same time and manage one's time productively. 

·        Ability to simplify complex issues, create new ideas and define new ways to move forward. 

·        Must be able to make decisions in a timely manner, try new solutions and take risks 

·        Ability to motivate and inspire colleagues to think 'out of the box' and challenge the current state of affairs to take the business to the next level. 

·        Strong interpersonal and leadership skills that allow the team to pioneer sustainable operational improvements.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to be able to interface with all levels of the organization including Senior 

Management. 

·        Presents confidently with passion and demonstrates the ability to convince others and if needed becomes the single champion of an idea. 

·        Must demonstrate a strong sense of urgency & drive and rapidly adjust priorities where appropriate. 

·        Manages cross-functional projects effectively and builds effective networks.

·        Takes initiative to improve business performance and goes beyond the scope of a given position.