INTERN - BUSINESS (Supply Chain) at Altec, Inc. in Duluth, Minnesota

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Altec in Duluth, MN is looking to fill an internship position for a Buyer/Supply Chain Analyst for the Spring 2025 session. If you are currently a sophomore or upper classman looking for an internship in the Supply Chain or Buyer field, look no further!

Assist with daily responsibilities of buyer including but not limited to:

• Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.


• May compare transportation options.


• Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors.


• Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain desired products.


• Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.


• Use computers to organize and locate inventory and operate spreadsheet and word processing software.


• Expedite components for faster delivery dates to meet production requirements.


• Perform purchasing and other recordkeeping duties.


• Purchase all components and services related to the manufacture of finished product, maintenance repair, and operations.

Students must:

• be able to provide documentation stating that they are enrolled full-time in a college or university and in good standing.


• be at least 18 years of age.


• have completed a minimum of 24 hours of coursework or have earned sophomore class standing.


• maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match
• Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available

If you're considering a career with Altec,there's never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded on values that place the customer first and prioritize our people as our greatest strength. Over the years, those values and our talented associates have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of customers worldwide. Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design,manufacturing and service - and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career.

Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world.

EEO Statement

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.