Lynco Products · 4 hours ago
Category Management Intern - Summer 2026
IL - Rock Island - Rock Island, IL 61201
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19.23/hr - $19.23/hr
Start in 2026 SummerLynco Products is seeking a motivated and analytical Category Management Intern to join their Purchasing team at their Rock Island, IL location. This 12-week paid internship is designed for students or recent graduates interested in learning about product category management in a B2B distribution environment.
3D PrintingE-CommerceMarketingRetail
Responsibilities
Support category managers with product assortment analysis and SKU lifecycle management
Assist with sales, inventory, and performance reporting
Support pricing analysis and margin optimization initiatives
Assist with vendor onboarding, communication, and documentation
Participate in forecasting, demand planning, and inventory strategy exercises
Support promotional planning and program development
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams on category initiatives
Review planograms and store execution feedback
Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations for leadership review
Maintain accurate data and documentation in internal systems
Participate in category reviews and business planning meetings
Perform additional administrative and analytical tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics, or related field
Strong interest in merchandising, category management, or business strategy
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to interpret sales, margin, and inventory data
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks
Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow professionally
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
High level of professionalism, integrity, and reliability
Preferred
Internship, coursework, or analytical project experience preferred but not required
Benefits
Paid internship opportunity
Professional development and mentorship
Real-world merchandising and business strategy experience
Networking opportunities across commercial and operational teams
Company
Lynco Products
Lynco Products offers competitive pricing, footprint management, order placement, and retail space management.
Founded in 2002
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase