What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Intern position at JD Machine?
Purchasing Intern
Purchasing Team
Full-time//Day Shift
Purchasing Intern - Jump-Start Your Career in Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Are you ready to dive into the fast-paced world of purchasing and supply chain? As a Purchasing Intern, you'll play a key role in keeping our operations moving-supporting buyers, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring materials and services arrive on time. This entry-level role is the perfect launchpad for anyone eager to grow a career in Purchasing or Manufacturing.
You'll gain hands-on experience creating and managing purchase orders, sourcing materials, solving problems on the fly, and collaborating closely with both internal teams and outside suppliers. Most of your work will take place in a dynamic office environment using phone and email, with occasional on-site supplier visits to round out your real-world experience.
What Makes You a Great Fit
• Precise and detail-oriented-able to follow instructions closely
• A strong communicator, both in writing and conversation
• Organized with excellent system-thinking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Bonus: Familiarity with database or ERP software
• Persistent with dependable follow-up skills
What You'll Be Doing
Your responsibilities may include, but are definitely not limited to:
• Creating and processing new purchase orders
• Finding creative solutions for urgent shop-floor needs
• Controlling costs on frequently purchased items
• Managing escalations related to delivery or pricing variances
• Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining cost accuracy
• Conducting competitive supplier quoting
• Tracking upcoming job start dates and verifying material readiness
• Rescheduling jobs based on supplier timelines
• Following up on overdue purchase orders
• Adjusting POs with new delivery windows (pull-in/push-out)
• Tracking supplier status, certifications, surveys, and insurance documents
This position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and offers a unique opportunity to develop real skills, make a measurable impact, and grow within a thriving manufacturing environment.
