Buyer/Planner Intern

Alliance Laundry System • Ripon, WI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to dive into a dynamic, hands-on internship that will propel your career forward? Join our Materials Department as a Buyer/Planner Intern and gain invaluable experience while supporting key projects throughout our facility in Ripon, WI.
Location: Ripon, WI / Hybrid work-at-home options availableTiming/Duration:
Spring/Summer 2026 Co-Op (January to August)
Summer/Fall 2026 Co-Op (May to December)
Summer 2026 Intern
Ready to jumpstart your career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment? Apply now for the Buyer/Planner Intern role and be a part of our innovative team.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Operations & Supply Chain or Business Administration (preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in computer use.
• Ability to perform tasks involving extended periods of sitting, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inventory management – Take part in inventory tracking, audits, analysis, and the implementation of strategies for inventory reduction and optimization.
• Analyzing data between SAP and our WMS systems – Collect, compare, and analyze inventory and order data between SAP and the Warehouse Management System. Support standardization and discrepancy resolution to ensure accurate, real-time inventory visibility.
• Issuing POs to suppliers – Issue purchase orders to suppliers, maintain accurate records, ensure timely order confirmations and deliveries, and coordinate with suppliers to meet production and inventory needs.
• Maintain accurate computer records for supplier data, effective dates, and related entries.
• Coordinate parts and materials availability with production scheduling, suppliers, engineering, and quality assurance teams.
• Develop and manage inventory planning and scheduling methods to achieve Customer Service and Inventory Reduction Objectives.
• Implement and refine methods such as KanBan, JIT, Vendor Managed Inventory, Demand Flow Technology, supply agreements, and Demand Driven KanBan to continuously improve Materials Planning performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern