Business Co-Op- UofL
Description
Job title: Business CO-OP
Summary/Objective
Samtec offers a unique experience for students going through its co-op program. The program is designed to give students real-life experience in a multitude of business roles. Rotations will occur every 4-6 months, giving time to learn about the specific role/responsibilities, as well as gain professional skills.
Potential business rotations
Rotations for a business co-op could include, but not limited to:
Customer Service: Answer phone calls, online chats and emailed tickets from customers. Enter Purchase Orders sent from customers into Samtec’s system.
Pricing/Quoting: Provide pricing to customers based on their request. Use / determine the best strategy needed to offer a competitive price while maintaining good gross profit (GP).
Application Support: Provide Technical support to customers as well as assist in setting up customized parts to meet the customer’s needs.
Business Development: Work with FSEs, Industry Managers, and Global Account Managers on customer’s project(s). May also be asked to quote more advanced products/series.
Marketing: Help with product design projects, website enhancements, and help gather information on Samtec’s distribution chain and competition.
Vendor Relations: Work with all NON-BOM vendors to maintain Samtec expected service levels.
Molding: Managed work centers’ workload and scheduled production orders. Work with other Operation and Sales group based on escalations.
“The responsibilities are defined position-by-position. General guidelines for positions will be provided, prior to the associate rotating into the position. Associates will be asked to perform additional tasks”
Required Experience
- Excel reporting
- Ability to stay focused on task at hand
- Great work ethic.
- Ability to work at fast pace and keep organized. Multi-tasking.
- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
- Accountability
Preferred Experience (These will all be needed if not already obtained)
- Previous Business admin functions a plus
- Efficient in Samtec Inventory Suite, QP, Outlook, Excel, and EPMS.
- Vendor relations
- Tableau / Crystal Reports
Required Education
- High School Diploma or greater is required.
- Working towards Business Bachelor’s Degree.
SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.