Buyer-Intern

Balanced Body Inc•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Balanced Body is seeking a curious, analytical Buyer Intern who wants to see the "science" behind procurement. This isn't just about picking products; it’s a masterclass in how data drives the global supply chain. You will support our buying team in analyzing market trends, learning how to forecast demand, and seeing firsthand how inventory decisions directly impact a company’s bottom line. This internship is ideal for a student who loves numbers, thinks in systems, and wants to understand the intersection of finance, data, and consumer behavior.

Requirements

Current Student: Pursuing a degree (Junior or Senior year) in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
Excel Foundations: You should be comfortable with (or eager to master) Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs.
Academic Math: A basic understanding of business math (percentages, margins, and ratios).
Communication: Ability to explain what the numbers are saying in a clear, concise way.

Nice To Haves

Asks "Why": You don't just look at a number; you want to know what customer behavior caused it.
Values Logic: You understand that while a "gut feeling" for trends is great, hard data is what secures the margin.
Is an Excel Enthusiast: You genuinely enjoy organizing data and find satisfaction in a well-built spreadsheet.
Seeks Efficiency: You’re the type of person who thinks, "There has to be a faster way to do this manual task."

Responsibilities

Assist in tracking the Stock-to-Sales Ratio and learn how we use historical data to ensure we have the right product at the right time.
Learn how an MRB manages inventory count, analyzes inventory, BOMs and demand to ensure on-time production.
Support the tracking of vendor performance metrics (KPIs), such as on-time delivery and lead times, to understand the "upstream" side of the business.
Assist in maintaining simple dashboards that translate raw procurement data into clear insights for the leadership team.