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Purchasing Intern

United States, Louisville · Job Posted April 16, 2026
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Job Description

The Purchasing Intern is responsible for purchasing project analysis, project implementation, and as time allows, will learn purchasing operations systems and provide customer service to communities.

Job Responsibility

  • Purchasing project analysis
  • Project implementation
  • Learn purchasing operations systems
  • Provide customer service to communities
  • Assist with purchasing analysis, cost savings, vendor selection, and other miscellaneous projects
  • Determine current specified products/services and documenting use and processes
  • Create and conduct RFxs with incumbent and potential vendors
  • Perform analysis on current costs and potential cost savings
  • Plan and execute the implementation of new solution(s)
  • Organize and oversee transitions from old to new vendors
  • Learn purchasing systems and processes and assist with assigned purchasing customer service tasks
  • May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a four-year university or college preferred
  • Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA (4.0 scale) if currently enrolled in school
  • Proficient in basic Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience demonstrating teamwork and critical thinking skills to accomplish tasks

What we offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Holidays & PTO
  • Comprehensive Health Plans (medical, vision, dental, company paid short term and long term disability, voluntary benefits such as critical illness coverage)
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250 a year for approved courses)
  • Employee Loyalty Rewards Program
  • Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match (50% match after one year of service)
  • Rewards & Recognition
  • Health & Safety priority

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