Purchasing Intern

About Us:

We are more than just chainsaws, blowers, and trimmers. We have a long-standing tradition of hiring diverse, talented people who help make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovation, high-quality products, and comprehensive services.

As part of our internship program, students will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on, real-world experience within a leading industry, working on meaningful projects that contribute to day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives
• Volunteer to assist with company events such as the Family Picnic, Employee Summit, Manufacturing Technology Summer Camp, and other events as needed.
• Complete a final presentation outlining their internship experience, which may be presented to their direct supervisor and colleagues.
• Gain hands-on exposure to projects, team collaboration, and professional development opportunities designed to prepare them for future careers.
• Participate in learning sessions, networking opportunities, and community-building activities across the organization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Join us for an exciting summer!  We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Buyer team as a Purchasing Intern.

As a Purchasing Intern, you will be exposed to hands-on sourcing, cost analysis, and supplier evaluation activities that support strategic purchasing decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with buyers on real-world procurement initiatives while developing analytical, research, and presentation skills within a manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will assist buyers with identifying and researching potential suppliers, supporting RFQ development and evaluation, and analyzing part usage and cost data to uncover savings opportunities. You will also contribute to cost analysis, should-cost modeling, and the creation of presentations that support sourcing strategies and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct online research to identify potential suppliers and summarize key details such as location, certifications, and capabilities
• Assist buyers with RFQ package preparation by gathering drawings, SAP data, and Excel documentation
• Support the evaluation of supplier quotes by reviewing pricing, total cost, and comparative data with buyers
• Gather and analyze SAP data and Excel reports to assess part usage, price history, and cost-saving opportunities
• Summarize findings and collaborate with buyers to suggest negotiation or sourcing optimization opportunities
• Create PowerPoint presentations to communicate supplier research, cost analysis, and sourcing insights
• Assist with cost analysis and should-cost modeling initiatives

Internship Goals:

• Learn how to calculate the total cost of goods and full part cost understanding. Learn how to compile data and then present it.
• Understand drawings and translate that to an understanding of how to create the product (and its associated cost) and investigate ways to reduce that cost by either design or manufacturing changes.
• Learn various tools for investigating potential suppliers for various commodities.
• Learn the manufacturing process flow and new model process.
• Gain understanding corporate communication styles both internal and external

Specifications

Candidate Preferences:

Academic Year: Junior, Senior

Area of Study: Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Systems, Business, Finance

Software Experience: Microsoft Office, CAD/CATIA , SAP, Cost Analysis systems

Additional Information:

Work Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM

Department: Buyer
Compensation: $20/hr