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Purchasing Intern

CompanySmith & Associates
LocationShanghai
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 18, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Shanghai Purchasing team through supplier research and costing analysis. Prepare detailed reports to assist management in data-driven decision-making and procurement initiatives.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1757
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith’s Intelligent Distribution™ model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks eighth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.
About the Role

About Smith

Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors.

We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $3.4 billion in 2025 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We’re always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more.

As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 700 people worldwide, with offices spanning four continents. Our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo, and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com/

Responsibilities

  • Provide general administrative support to the Purchasing team in Shanghai, including supplier and costing analysis, vendor research and managing documentation etc.
  • Prepare purchasing, supplier, and costing reports using relevant systems for data analysis and management’s decision-making.
  • Assist in procurement initiatives aimed at enhancing cost-effectiveness and evaluating vendor performance.

Education and/or Experience

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Key Skills
Supplier AnalysisCosting AnalysisVendor ResearchData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCommunicationInterpersonal Skills
Categories
LogisticsAdministrativeManufacturingData & Analytics