Merchandising / Procurement Intern

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Looking to build connections, careers, and a future at one of North America's largest food service distributors?  Do this and more as a Gordon Food Service intern at our Home Office!

Our 12-week paid internship program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact on our business. Throughout the program, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that will expose you to various aspects of our industry. 

Build Connections By:  

Working alongside our Strategic Procurement team that serves our customers, employees, and partners across North America and Canada.  Collaborating with other Gordon Food Service interns and employees in the following areas:  

• Communications  

• Finance

• Accounting

• Human Resources 

• IT 

• Marketing & Merchandising 

• Supply Chain 

• Sales

Build a Career: 

In the Strategic Procurement department by:

• Engaging with the Supplier Community: We actively seek to build strong relationships with our diverse supplier base across all categories. We are always looking for ways to improve these partnerships and welcome open feedback on what GFS can do better and what pain points suppliers experience when working with us. This continuous dialogue is crucial for mutual growth and efficiency.
• Optimizing Operations through Innovation: We have a strong track record of leveraging internal talent for operational improvements. For example, a previous intern successfully automated our truck optimization process, leading to significant efficiencies. We encourage similar innovative approaches and provide opportunities for individuals to focus on impactful, long-term projects.
• Participating in Key Procurement Functions: Our direct procurement team plays a critical role in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and contract management. We also manage indirect spend, ensuring cost-effectiveness across various operational areas. A background in Supply Chain is highly beneficial for these roles, as it provides a foundational understanding of the complexities involved in our global supply network.
• Having a Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Continuous improvement is at the core of our procurement philosophy. We are constantly evaluating our processes, seeking out new 

Build the Future by: 

Being an intern at Gordon Food Service, North America's largest family-owned broadline food service distributor and working alongside our department  

• Attending unique networking opportunities in and outside the office. 

• Engaging in our mentorship program 

• Shadowing jobs across the organization to explore your career path potential

• Participating in Gordon Food Services’ community and stewardship efforts 

• Developing personal and professional skills through workshops about communication, LinkedIn, presenting, and more

• Embedding directly with a team that treats AI as a core collaborator. You will gain hands-on experience using and developing intelligent systems to deliver real-world business impact

Meet the following qualifications to be considered for our 2027 internship program: 

• Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Food Industry Management.

• Must be authorized to work in the US.

• Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher

Taking advantage of our competitive benefits package including: 

• Paid Weekly

• Flex Hours  

• Gordon Food Service Store Discount 

• Employee Assistance Program 

Ready to start building? Apply today!

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. 

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.