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Lactalis USA

Procurement Intern

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

The Intern will be required to work full-time, 20-40 hours per week for a 1-year duration. As a ... Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Strategic Sourcing on Co-Manufacturing, as ...

Lactalis

Procurement Intern

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

The Intern will be required to work full-time, 20-40 hours per week for a 1-year duration. As a ... Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Strategic Sourcing on Co-Manufacturing, as ...

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Procurement Intern

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

The Intern will be required to work full-time, 20-40 hours per week for a 1-year duration. As a ... Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Strategic Sourcing on Co-Manufacturing, as ...

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How much do category management intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for category management intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects can a category management intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Category Management Intern, you can expect to work on projects such as analyzing sales data to identify trends, assisting with promotional planning, researching competitors, and supporting the development of category strategies. You may also collaborate with cross-functional teams like marketing, supply chain, and merchandising to gather insights and help implement category initiatives. These experiences provide valuable exposure to the end-to-end process of managing and optimizing product categories within a retail or consumer goods environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a category management intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Category Management Intern, you generally need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and retail management systems is typically required. Effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for supporting category strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving data-informed decisions for business growth.

What is the difference between Category Management Intern vs Merchandising Intern?

AspectCategory Management InternMerchandising Intern
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in Business, Marketing, or related fieldsSimilar educational background, often with focus on retail or marketing
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, retail chains, or supplier companiesRetail stores, supplier companies, or e-commerce platforms
Industry UsageCommon in retail, consumer goods, and supply chain sectorsPrevalent in retail, fashion, and consumer products industries
Job FocusAnalyzing product categories, optimizing assortment, and supporting category strategiesPlanning product displays, pricing, and supporting sales through merchandising

While both roles support retail and consumer goods companies, a Category Management Intern focuses on analyzing and strategizing product categories, whereas a Merchandising Intern concentrates on product presentation and sales support. Both positions often require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Category Management Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Merchandising Analytics Intern (Summer 2027)

Loves Travel Stops & Country Store

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 15 days ago

Love's Travel Stops rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 799 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

402nd of 734 rated retailers

Job description

Req ID: 488834  

Welcome to Love's College Intern Program: The Love's college internship program is frequently referred to as the best in Oklahoma City. This rapidly growing program provides opportunities for students in multiple areas of the business to receive employee level experience, not just busy work. Students gain valuable knowledge that they can't get in a classroom; they are guided through proper etiquette of a professional corporate setting. With a high percentage of full time offers, Love's takes the time to invest not only in the students, but in their future.

Internship Activities: Over the course of the summer, Love's interns also participate in the following:

  • Experience multiple business operations 
  • Q&A sessions with executives 
  • Participation in Greater Grads: InternOKC 
  • Community volunteering activities 
  • Social-networking events 
  • Instructor led Training (Technical and Soft Skills) 
  • Mentor program 
  • Structured performance feedback 
  • Formal presentation to Love's leadership 

The primary purpose of the merchandising analytics intern will support initiatives that directly impact revenue and profitability across the Merchandising and Operations Departments. This individual will contribute to the vision, goal setting, implementation, and delivery of merchandising analytics. This position also assists the Category Management Team in efforts of maximizing sales, profit, or units.Collaborate with Category Management in defining, forecasting, and analyzing possible merchandising actions. This role will also gather data and conduct analysis to support the efforts of the Merchandising and Operations teams. 

Job Functions: 

  • Support the creation and maintenance of merchandising rules or policies 
  • Analyze volume, revenue and profit data to determine financial impact of merchandising scenarios 
  • Coordinate with Category Management to ensure alignment with the category and merchandising rules or strategies 
  • Support any existing and future reporting or analytical needs 
  • Assemble and review KPIs that support Merchandising efforts 
  • Utilize the BI platform and Microsoft Excel to analyze sales, purchasing and inventory patterns 
  • Produce regular scorecard and sales trend reporting 
  • Assist and/or lead in providing solutions for various departments within Love's 
  • Seek the synergy of other departments in setting cost saving initiatives 

Experience and Qualifications: 

  • Working towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, such as Finance, Economics, Marketing or Business Administration 

SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to devise an analytical approach to solving business problems 
  • Understanding basic pricing concepts such as price elasticities, promotional uplift, cannibalization and affinities 
  • General understanding of the retail business environment 
  • Highly motivated self-starter 
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills 
  • Customer service driven 
  • Experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment

Love's Family of Companies encourages growth within the Company and the development of it's employees. Please make sure you have supervisor or manager approval prior to applying for a different position within the Company. If you have any questions, please contact your recruiter. 

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