Purchasing Intern (Year-Round)

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience.  Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.  About the Purchasing Internship : You’ll gain hands-on experience across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, RFPs, bid analysis, and spend analysis. You’ll also strengthen your analytical, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills while collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support real business needs. Program structure: • Schedule: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer • Location: Cleveland, OH • Start Date: January 2027 • Duration: Year-round internship What we're looking for: • Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level. • Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. • Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. • Ability to succeed in a team environment. • Ability to handle multiple tasks. Preferred experience: • ERP experience. • Purchasing experience. • Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S tools. What you'll focus on: • Support the Procurement team by managing the open order process, including supplier communication and follow-up to ensure timely order fulfillment. • Prepare, analyze, and support the execution of Requests for Proposal (RFPs), including bid evaluation and supplier communication. • Partner with the Process Team to conduct supplier document audits and support continuous improvement initiatives. • Collaborate with the buying team to develop and maintain master product portfolios, creating a foundation for future benchmarking and sourcing opportunities. • Assist with procurement data analysis, reporting, and special projects that drive operational efficiency and cost savings. • Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support day-to-day procurement activities. • Explore and apply AI tools and emerging technologies to identify process improvement opportunities, streamline administrative work, an enhance decision-making. Interns are encouraged to experiment with new approaches, think creatively, and present ideas that improve team efficiency and effectiveness. #CharterSteel #LI-AF1 #LI-Hybrid Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.