Co-Op, Commodity Purchasing

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Canton, MI, USA  

Company Description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Yazaki Culture

Here at Yazaki, we foster a culture that embodies the Yazaki Spirit: Fortitude, Service Mindset and Foresight.  We are goal driven with a high level of perseverance and ability to adapt as we engage with each other and our customers.  We connect with each other to help our partners succeed while holding ourselves and others accountable.  We work to make the complex simple seeing around corners to anticipate the needs of our internal and external customers.

What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a Co-Op to join the Purchasing team in Canton MI The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. 

What you will be doing:

• Support buyers with data analytics and support to refresh and improve existing Excel based templates


• Support sub-assembly team to build improved categorization and tracking of cable/cable components to aid in cost engineering


• Support departmental tracking of cost savings ideas, tracking actual performance against forecast.  Support updates to the buyers related to performance against plan

What you will bring to the table:

• Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited institution at the time of co-op targeting  


• Ability to work an average of 20 hours a week on-site


• Ability to work a minimum of two semesters


• Pursing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field


• Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0


• Ability to commit to a minimum of two semesters


• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills

What we can provide you:

• A glimpse of your potential


• Hands-on, practical experience


• Direct exposure to and guidance from industry experts


• Opportunities to expand your professional network


• A supportive and secure environment for learning


• Competitive compensation

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.