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Purchasing Intern

Smith & Associates
Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Houston, TX 77203, US

Salary

$60,000 - $72,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Purchasing Intern position involves a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week from June 1st to August 7th, located in Houston, TX.
  • Interns will engage in the procurement of electronic components globally, gaining exposure to various commodities and their distribution processes.
  • Key responsibilities include monitoring market pricing, strengthening vendor relationships, and learning about the semiconductor ecosystem.
  • Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, sales, or a related field and demonstrate time management skills through extracurricular activities.
  • The internship offers a competitive salary of $15 per hour and requires no prior experience.

Internships are Monday through Friday for 40 hours a week. Our Purchasing Interns are involved in the procurement of electronic components being sourced around the world alongside our global team. Giving them exposure to different commodities and their process of getting to their end destinations of computers, vehicles, medical devices and so much more.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor market pricing and adjust prices according to designated profit margin
  • Strength relationships with vendors to ensure best pricing, lead times, etc
  • Learn the semiconductor ecosystem (ODM, OEM, EMS, franchised distributors, brokers, etc) through identifying potential suppliers
  • Navigate the CRM to source, negotiate and expedite purchase orders (POs)

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s in business, sales, industrial distribution or a related field
  • Participation in extracurricular activities to demonstrate time management and multitasking skills

Dates: Monday, June 1st to Friday, August 7th (10 weeks)

Location: Fully in Office at 5306 Hollister Street, Houston TX 77040

Students with F-1 visas should consult with their designated school official (DSO) before applying.

Smith is an equal opportunity employer./Affirmative Action Employer.

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