Purchasing Intern

Intern - Purchasing

This position works closely with the Menasha Packaging Purchasing Team. This position will support purchasing activities. Receive orders and grant approval for purchases of goods or services. Analyzes changes or new issues in materials and supplies in order to find ways to reduce costs and improve quality. You will have guidance from a mentor as well as be included in Menasha Corporation's Intern Program, which focuses on connection, experience building, and professional development.

Essential to this Position

The Purchasing Intern will be responsible for assisting the Purchasing Team with projects starting in May 2026, full-time, over the summer. Projects include PO management, supplier data management and various cost-savings projects.

Areas of Learning/Responsibilities

• Executes tactical procurement activities of assigned location(s) including interacting with vendors, verifying specifications and pricing, creating purchase orders, monitoring order status, and resolution of non-compliance
• Conducts spend analysis and recommends cost reduction opportunities
• Supports cost savings initiatives to drive operational excellence
• Coordinates local/regional Request For Proposals (RFP)

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or other related degree
• Microsoft Outlook, Excel and SAP experience is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication and time management skills required

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.