About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in supplier management. You will work directly with a designated mentor who will guide your professional growth through specific projects and tasks. You will gain exposure to how our department functions while contributing to the team's goals.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and track supplier performance to support our relationships.
- Help identify potential risks and support compliance efforts.
- Communicate with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Work cross-functionally with different departments, leaders, and peers.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to solve problems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year college or university pursuing a degree in Business, Data Maintenance, or a relevant field.
- Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer of 2027.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, specifically with pivot tables, formulas, and V-Lookups.
- Technical computer navigation skills.
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivation and a desire to grow professionally.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Greenville, Wisconsin.
- This is a paid internship with a compensation range of $17 to $19 per hour.
About School Specialty
School Specialty provides learning environments and educational products for PreK-12 institutions across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1959, the company manufactures and distributes items ranging from classroom furniture and technology to science curriculum and teaching supplies. It operates with approximately 3,620 employees. The firm is based in Greenville, Wisconsin.
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