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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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Vizient

Summer Intern - Indirect Spend

Irving, TX · Hybrid

$24/hr

Vizient Intern Program Overview: This program is designed to foster a beneficial relationship and ... Collaborate with Category Managers to refresh tools, templates, and materials for supplier ...

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How much do category management intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 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, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Indirect Procurement Intern

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Chicago, IL • On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 8 hours ago

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Job description

Description:

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.


At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.


As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.


In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.


At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.


Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.


From your PASSION to ours


Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Procurement Intern based in Chicago, IL.


This is a paid internship. The Intern will be required to work full-time, 20-40 hours per week. As a Procurement intern, you will work within our Indirect Procurement teams based in Buffalo, NY, including but not limited to: Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Strategic Sourcing on Indirect sides of Procurement, as well as performing a variety of administrative functions and tasks in assisting the direct Procurement manager.

Requirements:


From your EXPERTISE to ours


Key responsibilities for this position include:

  • Support the Indirect North American sourcing team.
  • Assisting on market analysis, sourcing initiatives
  • Assisting on a variety of business projects requiring research, cost analyses, and engagement of internal/external stakeholders
  • Assisting in negotiating supplier pricing
  • Assisting in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process: Supplier Pre-Selection, Evaluating Supplier Bids, Awarding Supplier
  • Maintaining top level Supplier relationship management
  • Upload and maintain the Procurement SharePoint database.
  • Update and manage supplier & category spend trackers.

From your STORY to ours


Qualified applicants will contribute the following:


Skill Requirements

• Demonstrate strong communication skills, persuasive abilities, leadership capabilities and strong analytical skills.

• Demonstrate the ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.

• Strong orientation towards accuracy, quality and focus on details.

• Proactive in tasks and meeting deadlines.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast paced, team environment with a strong sense of urgency and understanding of priorities.

• Team player, understanding the needs, requirements, and priorities of other functional groups.


Education requirement

• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Operations Management or other

related field is required.


Experience Requirements

• Preferred Procurement or related internship/co-op experience or related course work.


Position background

• As a Procurement intern, you will work within one of our Chicago based Procurement Indirect teams, including but not limited to: Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Procurement Project Management and Sourcing on Indirect sides of Procurement.



Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

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