Internship - Buyer MN

Responsibilities

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.

Basic Qualifications

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.
be available work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer.

Why Join Altec?

Why Join Altec:

If you're considering a career with Altec, Inc., there's never been a better time to join us Our Company was founded based upon values that place the customer first and view people as our greatest strength. Altec has continued to grow utilizing the same values and over the years those values have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of our customers worldwide. We remain committed to total customer satisfaction in everything we do. That's why today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is setting a standard of excellence in design, manufacturing, and service. That's why you can rely on us to provide you with the stability of a well-managed company.


Our Vision:

Altec continues to pursue a singular vision: To be recognized by customers as the preferred supplier of products, services, and solutions in all markets we serve. Our values sustain that vision, our goals build upon it and our associates help to achieve it. Altec's values are the cornerstone of our corporate culture and every Altec associate is considered an integral part of Team Altec.


Our Values:

Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, and Teamwork

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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.