What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Intern position at DigiKey Electronics?
DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.
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Position Overview:As a DigiKey Supplier Intern, you will gain hands-on experience within the Supplier Organization, supporting initiatives that strengthen supplier engagement, optimize our product portfolio and improve operational efficiencies. You will work alongside experienced team members in supplier development, product management, and inventory strategy. Throughout the internship, you will complete a capstone project that provides practical exposure to supplier team objectives. This role offers insight into how DigiKey collaborates with suppliers to ensure product availability, inventory health, and merchandising quality through global marketing and sales engagement. You will report directly to a Business Unit Director and learn how supplier partnerships impact DigiKey's success in the global electronics marketplace.This is an essential onsite role in Thief River Fall, MN which will require onsite attendanceResponsibilities:
Learn the end-to-end practice of supplier relationship management, and performance tracking.
Assist in analyzing supplier data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in product availability and NPI Success.
Support initiatives that improve communication and alignment between DigiKey and suppliers, including documentation updates and resource development.
Gain exposure to contract terms, compliance requirements, and inventory management strategies that impact supplier performance.
Participate in cross-functional projects that enhance supplier programs and contribute to DigiKey's core purpose of providing exceptional service and product selection.
Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in the assigned department
Support the team in their regular duties
Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions
Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives
Conduct research and analysis as assigned
Maintain organized records of work and project files
Capstone Project:
Gain practical experience in the assigned department
Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates
Improve business skills such communication, project management, data analysis, etc.
Build a professional network within the industry
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
The best candidate for this position will be a current student or recent graduate with education in an applicable area of study and a strong interest in hands on learning experiences
Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills including average to above-average computer ability
Be willing to take the initiative, working independently and collaboratively
Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role
Tools, Systems, and Software
Full Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams
Outlook
Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen
Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body
The base pay range for this position is:
$20.00to
$35.00Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.
Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate's work experience in related roles; the candidate's knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position.
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DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.
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Digi-Key Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.
