Purchasing Intern

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Be Yourself. Build Your Career. Be Exceptional Together. At Werner Electric Supply, we're more than an electrical distributor - we're a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other. Timeline and Expectations Werner Electric Supply will be posting the internship positions starting in late September which will run through the end of November. We will be selecting candidates to move forward with from HR phone screen to virtual hiring manager interview during this time. Internship Program Executive level mentorship and coaching Company-sponsored project management/Lean Six Sigma training and certification Up to $19 per hour (dependent on year in college) Networking events with internal and external customers and your intern team Individual and group projects that drive change and impactful business results Large-scale Summer long projects in collaboration with fellow interns and business leaders Opportunity to shadow with various departments to help determine your career path Potential for year-long internships and full-time employment post-graduation Job Summary Gain valuable experience from our Buyers who manage our supply chain and focus on offering industry leading customer service to both internal and external customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Purchase product and complete product returns. Work with warehouse to resolve receiving issues. Process vendor RGAs when necessary. Coordinate correction of shipping errors. Set and maintain proper inventory levels in alignment with company goals Negotiate and manage the return or disposal of obsolete, slow-moving, and defective inventory. Expedite stock orders to ensure product is received in a timely manner. Other related duties and projects as assigned, Education and Experience: Enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or another related field. Company Overview Founded in 1948, Werner Electric Supply has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan.... For full info follow application link. Werner Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/CA28F24C1B694633