Buyer Intern (Part-Time) - Indiana

NPX ONE•Indianapolis, IN

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship is designed to provide practical experience in purchasing and supply chain operations. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and intern development. The intern will gain experience with purchasing systems, purchase order lifecycle, and vendor management, develop an understanding of inventory control and supply chain coordination, build cross-functional communication skills with production, maintenance, and receiving teams, and learn to identify and resolve purchasing discrepancies and supply issues.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret purchase orders, vendor communications, and internal documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal departments.
Ability to clearly document and report discrepancies or issues
Basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Ability to compare pricing, quantities, and invoice details accurately.
Basic understanding of inventory calculations and unit measures
Ability to identify discrepancies in pricing, quantities, or delivery timelines and assist in resolving them.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn and apply problem-solving skills in real-world purchasing scenarios.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel for tracking and data entry).
Ability to learn and use purchasing or ERP/MRP systems (e.g., IQMS or similar systems used by the company).
Basic data entry and record-keeping skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (production, maintenance, receiving).

Nice To Haves

Relevant coursework or internship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating and issuing purchase orders (POs) to raw material vendors.
Support pricing confirmation processes and help investigate discrepancies.
Monitor raw material inventory levels (e.g., resin, EPS, colorants, packaging, pentane) to help ensure timely replenishment.
Perform visual checks of production supplies (e.g., tape, glue, labels) and report shortages.
Collaborate with receiving and production teams to coordinate material delivery timing.
Assist with tracking delivery dates and adjusting orders based on production needs.
Help investigate and resolve discrepancies in received quantities or pricing with vendors and internal teams.
Assist with issuing purchase orders to Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) vendors.
Support pricing verification and discrepancy resolution for MRO purchases.
Work with maintenance and receiving teams to coordinate MRO material deliveries.
Track open MRO orders and help follow up on delivery timelines.
Assist with monthly MRO service tracking and ensure proper receipt of completed work.
Support resolution of discrepancies related to MRO purchases.
Maintain purchasing records, documentation, and order tracking files.
Assist with vendor communication and follow-up on orders and deliveries.
Help ensure timely receipt of materials and update expected delivery (promise) dates.
Provide administrative support to the Purchasing team as needed.
Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned.