Purchasing Analyst Internship 2027

Allan Myers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Allan Myers in Richmond, VA is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to support the Purchasing Manager by owning key procurement processes across our asphalt plants, quarries, paving operations and shop facilities.

You will manage POs, vendor onboarding, data analysis and cost-saving initiatives, collaborating with operations teams to ensure timely delivery and accurate records.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, operations, or related field.
• In-person work at our regional office with willingness to travel to various locations.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Executes and manages purchase orders, vendor onboarding, and invoice resolution for materials operations.
• Supports day-to-day purchasing functions, ensuring efficient and timely service to internal stakeholders.
• Maintains purchasing and spending data; assists with reporting, analysis, and opportunity tracking.
• Partners with operations teams to understand needs and ensure effective vendor coordination and delivery.
• Assists with procurement project execution, including sourcing initiatives, contract renewals, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Communicates with suppliers to request quotes, verify pricing, and maintain up-to-date records.
• Helps identify and implements cost savings opportunities and supplier performance metrics.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Pivot tables

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Overview

The Purchasing Analyst will support the Purchasing Manager by owning critical purchasing processes and helping to drive cost savings across our asphalt plants, quarries, paving operations, and truck shops. This role will take ownership of routine procurement functions, manage data, and support targeted projects that improve cost control, vendor management, and service to the field. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to build a strong foundation in procurement while making a visible impact across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executes and manages purchase orders, vendor onboarding, and invoice resolution for materials operations.
• Supports day-to-day purchasing functions, ensuring efficient and timely service to internal stakeholders.
• Maintains accurate purchasing and spending data; assists with reporting, analysis, and opportunity tracking.
• Partners with operations teams to understand needs and ensure effective vendor coordination and delivery.
• Assists with procurement project execution, including sourcing initiatives, contract renewals, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Communicates with suppliers to request quotes, verify pricing, and maintain up-to-date records.
• Helps identify and implements cost savings opportunities and supplier performance metrics.

Hourly Range: $23.00 - $26.00, based on experience.

Qualifications

• This position requires in-person work at our regional office
• 0-2 years of experience or desire to grow in purchasing, supply chain, operations, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel to our various locations as needed to support projects and build relationships.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI and use of pivot tables and comfortable working with data and purchasing systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work cross-functionally with field and office teams.
• Driven, dependable, and ready to grow within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Overview

Our Company Does Work That Matters

Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.