Supplier Ops & Sales Support Intern

Van Meter • Cottage Grove, MN

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About The Position

Summary: As a Sales Support Intern, you will get hands on experience in key operational areas like pricing, sales analysis, and inventory. The Sales Support Intern would work closely with members within the Pricing, Data, Purchasing, Inventory, and Commodities teams on department initiatives and improvement opportunities. This individual will work on projects that improve efficiency and support new product launches. The Sales Support Intern will work closely with an assigned mentor and have the opportunity to shadow many roles throughout the company, participate in community impact initiatives, and visit different branch locations. This individual expresses behavior that supports our company culture (5 P’s) and our purpose to create lasting value to those we serve. Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Analyze & Improve: Review operational metrics to analyze performance, trends, and impact of product lines to find improvement opportunities. Collaborate on Key Initiatives: Work with team members to implement projects that drive our company forward. Support Daily Operations: Assist with pricing, purchasing, and inventory activities, gaining hands on experience in the day-to-day operations of a successful business. Ensure Data Accuracy: Analyze product line data to close gaps and improve the overall completeness of our information, ensuring we have the most accurate insights. Help Launch New Products: Assist in the coordination of product launches, inventory additions, and conversations, playing a key role in bringing new products to market.

Requirements

• Considered a leader and has demonstrated potential to lead
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt to change
• Cooperative attitude with team-oriented disposition
• High School Graduate
• Pursuing a college degree in Business, Finance or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Review operational metrics to analyze performance, trends, and impact of product lines to find improvement opportunities.
• Work with team members to implement projects that drive our company forward.
• Assist with pricing, purchasing, and inventory activities, gaining hands on experience in the day-to-day operations of a successful business.
• Analyze product line data to close gaps and improve the overall completeness of our information, ensuring we have the most accurate insights.
• Assist in the coordination of product launches, inventory additions, and conversations, playing a key role in bringing new products to market.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED