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Purchasing Co-Op

CompanyDana Incorporated
LocationMaumee
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The main responsibility of this position will be to assist in the completion of many Purchasing projects. This includes involvement with buyers through all aspects of purchasing, from data collection to supplier selection.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
16525
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
In a world of constant motion, life is about balance. At Dana, our balanced approach considers the people, products, and planet that sustain us all. For 120 years, we've been powering innovation to move our world. Today, over 25,000 Dana people, in more than 20 countries, advance drive and motion systems, thermal and sealing technologies, and power management innovations. Supporting traditional, hybrid, and EV manufacturers, wherever the road takes us. We're not just adapting to the future of mobility. We're shaping it. Headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, United States — Dana reported sales of $7.7 billion in 2024. We were named among the "World's Most Ethical Companies 2025” by Ethisphere and as one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2025" by Newsweek. We’re always looking for talented people to join the Dana team. For more, please visit https://jobs.dana.com.
About the Role

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Position Summary

We are looking for motivated individuals to join our purchasing team for Summer 2026! This role supports the Purchasing team by managing supplier communications, coordinating quote packages and technical reviews, and assisting with cost-saving initiatives. It involves cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and program management, as well as preparing spend analysis reports and tracking supplier change requests. The position also serves as a backup for the Buyer/Sr. Buyer and helps lead quote tracking meetings. We will be accepting candidates for the Novi, Michigan, Corporate Office. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

•The main responsibility of this position will be to assist in the completion of many Purchasing projects. Other duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Involvement with buyers through all aspects of purchasing from data collection, preparing quote packages, quote analysis, technical reviews, and supplier selection.
• Support group with supplier ECR's, including entering and tracking of status.
• Use of multiple data-based systems to prepare supplier data and spend analysis reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, program management, and finance functions to communicate customer expectations to the purchasing team.
• Lead/Facilitate quote tracking meetings with commodity managers.
• Participate in supplier meetings/negotiations with buyers.
• Work closely with engineering on cost savings projects and supplier technical reviews.
• Interface both verbally and in written format with both external and internal customers and suppliers.
• Backup for the Purchasing Buyer/Sr. Buyer.

Requirements

•Enrollment in a Supply Chain program.
•Proven work experience (not necessarily technical work experience).
•Computer proficiency in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office.
•Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
•Excellent interpersonal skills to permit effective interaction with all levels of Dana and external customers.
•Self-directed and motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and accepts responsibility. 


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

 Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.​

Key Skills
PurchasingData CollectionQuote AnalysisSupplier SelectionCost SavingsTechnical ReviewsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeSelf-DirectedMotivatedCommunicationSupplier MeetingsNegotiationsCollaborationProject Support
Categories
ManufacturingLogisticsEngineeringAdministrativeConsulting