Materials Management Purchasing Buyer Intern (Memphis, TN)

Smith & Nephew • Memphis, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Buyer Intern will support the planning and procurement team in purchasing raw materials and components to help ensure the smooth execution of the master production schedule. This position provides hands-on experience with supply chain operations, purchasing processes, and supplier management within a highly regulated industry. What will you be doing? Assist in maintaining purchase plans to support the production schedule. Help monitor material and component availability; communicate any potential shortages to stakeholders. Support the creation and maintenance of purchase orders and track deliveries. Participate in supplier meetings to understand scheduling and delivery coordination. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Engineering, Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing. Help manage inventory levels and identify opportunities for process improvement. Assist in analyzing data for supply chain exceptions and learn SAP tools for reporting and troubleshooting Contribute to maintaining master data accuracy and documentation standard Planned Start Date: May 2026 Program Length: 12 weeks Location: Memphis, TN

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in purchasing, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint or Power BI a plus.
• Basic understanding of ERP systems (SAP experience preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining purchase plans to support the production schedule.
• Help monitor material and component availability; communicate any potential shortages to stakeholders.
• Support the creation and maintenance of purchase orders and track deliveries.
• Participate in supplier meetings to understand scheduling and delivery coordination.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Engineering, Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Help manage inventory levels and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist in analyzing data for supply chain exceptions and learn SAP tools for reporting and troubleshooting
• Contribute to maintaining master data accuracy and documentation standard

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees