Buying Internship
Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer internship? At PetSmart, we are committed to developing future business leaders. Join our Buying team this summer as a Buying Intern and thrive in a collaborative culture where being the trusted partner to parents and pets in every moment of their lives is priority number one.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Perform administrative & operational functions supporting a designated buyer.
- Analyze and interpret key business issues as directed by supervisor including the monitoring of regional merchandise report, open-to-buy monitoring, and stock analysis.
- Develop effective relationships with vendors. This includes appropriate level of interaction with vendors in terms of both problem and follow-up.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively utilize the merchandising systems.
- Demonstrate product knowledge through sharing information with buyer as a result of competitve shopping, shopping PetSmart stores and the market.
- Completion of individual and group project which will allow you to solve for real business needs by presenting your recommendations and innovative ideas to PetSmart leaders.
- Leave your “paw” print with a project designed to make a true impact on the business.
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
- A passion for pets!!!
- Desire to learn, grow and engage.
- Team player attitude.
- A drive for results.
- Graduating Dec 2023 or May 2024.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a retail discipline or related field.
- You understand retail math and have strong analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- You are proficient in Excel and familiar with MS Office.
- Willingness to relocate to Phoenix, Arizona for the summer and potential future FT role
- Must be able to produce work in a collaborative, team environment.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- 10 week paid summer internship
- Paid relocation and housing (if applicable)
- Visibility to Senior Leaders
- Develop and grow your skills with the support of a caring manager and dedicated mentor
- Professional development opportunities
- Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
- City with 300 days of sunshine
- Access to some of the most amazing sights in nature
- “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers*
- “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options*
- Make a difference! Volunteer with your fellow interns during the annual “PetSmart Interns Give Back” day
- and, FUN!!!