Buyer Intern Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

A Buyer Intern assists the purchasing or procurement team in sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing products or materials for a company. They help analyze supplier options, track inventory levels, negotiate pricing, and coordinate orders. The role provides hands-on experience in supply chain management, vendor communication, and market research. Buyer Interns often use data analysis to support purchasing decisions and ensure cost-effective procurement.

To thrive as a Buyer Intern, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of supply chain or procurement principles, often supported by coursework in business or related fields. Familiarity with procurement software, spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is highly beneficial. Effective communication, organization, and a willingness to learn make candidates stand out in this position. These skills are essential for supporting purchasing activities, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring efficient workflow in a dynamic environment.

As a Buyer Intern, you can expect to support the purchasing team with a variety of tasks such as conducting market research, comparing supplier quotes, helping to process purchase orders, and updating procurement data in internal systems. You may also assist with vendor communications, track order statuses, and participate in meetings to understand sourcing strategies. This role offers hands-on experience with the end-to-end buying process and exposure to supplier negotiations and contract management. You will often collaborate with team members from procurement, finance, and inventory, making it a great stepping stone for a career in supply chain or purchasing.