Strategic Supplier Partnerships Intern

Wayfair; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayfair is seeking an Acquisition Associate to help grow supplier partnerships and onboarding processes from lead to live. You will identify potential supplier partners, reach decision-makers, and convince them to collaborate with Wayfair, negotiating favorable terms to support revenue growth and expanded product selection.

The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; travel to industry trade shows 4–6 times per year is expected.

Qualifications

• Interest in e-commerce or retail and early career experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel to industry trade shows (4–6 times per year).
• Desire to work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial team.
• Ability to understand and drive results and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Drive new supplier acquisitions to grow revenue and product selection.
• Cultivate business relationships and build lead pipeline.
• Negotiate supplier terms to mutual benefit.
• Lead meetings with suppliers to review partnerships.
• Travel to trade shows with manager and cross-functional teams.
• Adapt to change with a positive spirit.
• Establish professional relationships to gain trust and buy-in.
• Monitor competitor and market trends to inform decisions.

Skills

Supplier onboarding

Negotiation

Communication

Sales & business development

Travelling

Analytical thinking

Job description

Wayfair is seeking an Acquisition Associate to help grow supplier partnerships and onboarding processes from lead to live. You will identify potential supplier partners, reach decision-makers, and convince them to collaborate with Wayfair, negotiating favorable terms to support revenue growth and expanded product selection.

The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; travel to industry trade shows 4–6 times per year is expected.