Responsibilities

The Purchasing Intern is responsible for purchasing project analysis, project implementation, and as time allows, will learn purchasing operations systems and provide customer service to communities.

• Assist with purchasing analysis, cost savings, vendor selection, and other miscellaneous projects by:
  • Determining current specified products/services and documenting use and processes as needed.
  • Create and conduct RFxs with incumbent and potential vendors.
  • Performing analysis on current costs and potential cost savings.
  • Planning and executing the implementation of new solution(s).
  • Organizing and overseeing transitions from old to new vendors.
• As time allows, learn purchasing systems and processes and assist with assigned purchasing customer service tasks.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year university or college preferred.
• If currently enrolled in school, must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA (4.0 scale).
• Proficient in basic Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience demonstrating teamwork and critical thinking skills to accomplish tasks.