Procurement Intern

Company Description

Winsupply is in the business of creating and enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams through wholesale distribution. Winsupply is a group of over 680 locally-owned companies that operate across a variety of industries, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and more. The purpose of the support services campus is to eliminate obstacles and provide support to help our entrepreneurs succeed. Support service employees assist entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams through finance, accounting, IT, and other back-office operations.

Job Description

Internship Summary

The Winsupply Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to build valuable skills through immersive classroom learning, off-site training, and a collaborative capstone project. The program is structured to promote professional development by offering mentorship, meaningful networking opportunities, and hands-on experience in real-world projects. Participants will not only develop their careers but also make a significant impact within the Winsupply organization, contributing to innovative solutions and long-term success.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to join Winsupply Sourcing Services (WSS). Our customer base consists of aspiring entrepreneurs who own and operate their own wholesale distribution businesses, now over 680 businesses nationwide. Therefore, this job provides the opportunity to have a direct impact in the success of entrepreneurial small businesses across the United States. In this role, you will manage the WSS inventory process, including procurement, management, and reverse logistics, within a designated industry and Service Sector.

Key Job Responsibilities

Vendor & Supply Chain Management

• Build and manage vendor relationships for all non-trade material suppliers, including packaging, shipping supplies, pallets, and office consumables.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and service levels to ensure continuous availability of essential facility materials.

System and Workflow Execution

• Utilize WSS purchasing systems (e.g., WISE, WMi, Trucommerce, Minedxai) to process purchase orders, manage non-trade item master data, and update delivery schedules.
• Resolve product shortages, shipping damages, and invoice discrepancies in close coordination with DC receiving teams and external vendors.

DC Operational Support

• Partner proactively with DC leaders to forecast supply needs (e.g., boxes, pallets, clear wrap) and prevent operational disruptions.
• Hold oneself to WSS service standards, accomplishing expected fill rate, inventory turn, and DOH metrics.

Other Duties as Assigned

Competencies for Success

• Customer focused mindset
• Detail oriented
• Analytical/critical thinking
• Effective communication
• Deadline driven

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, either at the undergraduate or master’s level.
• One semester post-graduation

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.