Purchasing Intern – Part-Time

Location: Columbus, OH
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Schedule: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week
Duration: Immediate start through May 2027
Work Setting: On-site

Are you a college student interested in purchasing, supply chain management, or business operations? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Intern to join a Supply Chain and Purchasing team in Columbus, OH!

This paid, part-time internship is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations, or a related field to gain hands‑on experience in a food manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced professionals to support purchasing activities, communicate with suppliers, track orders, maintain records, and assist with inventory planning. The schedule averages 20 hours per week, with flexibility to coordinate around your class schedule and business needs.

No previous internship experience is required. We are looking for someone who is organized, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in purchasing or supply chain operations.

• Assist with daily purchasing activities and administrative tasks.
• Help create, track, and follow up on purchase orders.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, product availability, lead times, and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and material documentation.
• Assist with reviewing inventory levels and identifying upcoming purchasing needs.
• Monitor open orders and help resolve order discrepancies or delivery delays.
• Enter purchasing data and assist with reports and document organization.
• Gather supplier pricing, quotes, and product information.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Research and Development, and other departments.
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Interest in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
• Previous work or internship experience is a plus but not required.

• $15.00 per hour
• Part-time schedule averaging 20 hours per week.
• Flexibility to coordinate working hours around your academic schedule.
• Hands‑on experience in purchasing and supply chain operations.
• Exposure to supplier management, purchase orders, inventory planning, and manufacturing processes.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced supply chain professionals.
• Valuable experience to support your future career development.

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