Retail Buying Intern

Blain's Farm & Fleet is a family-owned retailer seeking a Retail Buying Intern to gain practical experience in retail buying and merchandising. The intern will support product assortment, pricing and promotion initiatives, contribute to projects and strategic efforts, collaborate cross-functionally, and present research findings to stakeholders.

What you'll do:

• Learn functionalities of Retail Buyer & Merchandiser while gaining a real world understanding of product assortment, pricing & promotion strategies
• Contribute to key projects: Work on real-world projects, making impactful contributions to the business
• Assist in Strategic Initiatives: Learn, develop, and implement ideas based off Blain's Pillars
• Engage in cross-functional teams: Collaborate with different functions to understand how cross functional support contributes to the overall success of the business
• Support Daily Operations: Assist the team with day-to-day task to gain insight on the departments process
• Present Your Findings: Deliver a presentation of your project and research to key stakeholders
• Receive mentor and coaching: Work closely with your mentor receiving feedback and guidance to help you navigate your career path
• Participate in hands-on workshops: Led by industry experts, gain valuable insights and skills to equip you for success in the professional world

What they're looking for:

• Currently enrolled as an incoming Junior or Senior at an accredited college or university
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong communication, writing & time management skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities

Benefits:

• We provide training and experience to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• Complementary housing available for out-of-town interns
• Receive mentor and coaching: Work closely with your mentor receiving feedback and guidance to help you navigate your career path
• Participate in hands-on workshops: Led by industry experts, gain valuable insights and skills to equip you for success in the professional world