Purchasing Intern (Year-Round)

Werner · Appleton, WI · 2 wk ago

On-sitePurchasing$19/hrPart-time

About the Role

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.

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.

Qualifications

Enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or another related field.

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.

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. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately held company with over 450 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we’re dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers.