Category Management Purchasing Intern

General Information 

The Category Management Purchasing Intern will support the electronic purchasing team in managing supplier interactions, sourcing activities, and category data. This is a hands-on role designed for a detail-oriented individual looking to gain practical experience in procurement processes, supplier management, and strategic sourcing within a dynamic business environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the Category Management Electronic Purchasing team in both daily operations and strategic initiatives


• Coordinate and schedule business meetings with electronic suppliers to ensure effective communication and alignment


• Lead the planning and coordination of key supplier roadmap reviews and tech day set up


• Prepare, analyze, and maintain pricing, cost models, and sourcing documentation


• Support Request for Information (RFI) activities and project quotation processes


• Assist with Request for Quotation (RFQ) execution and support end-to-end sourcing processes


• Maintain and continuously improve category reports, dashboards, and databases to ensure data accuracy and usability


• Assist in the development of presentations and management materials to support purchasing decisions


• Conduct research and analysis on market trends, commodity developments, and potential supply risks


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing function to enhance efficiency and performance


• Support tariff mitigation activities and related reporting requirements


• Assist in advancing supply chain resiliency initiatives to strengthen risk management and continuity

Your Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field


• Maintained a 2.5 GPA or higher


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.


• Soft skills: exceptional organization, a "proactive" mindset, and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines


• Technical skills: proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint


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  External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship