Smith & Associates · 1 day ago
Purchasing Intern
Houston, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternSmith & Associates is involved in the procurement of electronic components sourced globally, and they are seeking a Purchasing Intern to join their team. The intern will gain exposure to various commodities and their processes, while also engaging in responsibilities such as monitoring market pricing and strengthening vendor relationships.
Electrical DistributionManufacturingSemiconductorSupply Chain ManagementWholesale
Responsibilities
Monitor market pricing and adjust prices according to designated profit margin
Strength relationships with vendors to ensure best pricing, lead times, etc
Learn the semiconductor ecosystem (ODM, OEM, EMS, franchised distributors, brokers, etc) through identifying potential suppliers
Navigate the CRM to source, negotiate and expedite purchase orders (POs)
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a bachelor's in business, sales, industrial distribution or a related field
Participation in extracurricular activities to demonstrate time management and multitasking skills
Company
Smith & Associates
Smith & Associates is a global distributor of electronic components and semiconductor company.
Founded in 1984
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nick Bedford
Chief Executive Officer
Leland C. Ackerley
EVP/ Co-founder
Recent News
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