Retail Buying Intern

Blain's Farm & Fleet (Blain Supply, Inc.); Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on brand-name products

Holidays and birthday off

Recognition programs

Housing for interns

Training and career growth

Job summary

Blain’s Farm & Fleet in Wisconsin invites motivated students to join as a Retail Buyer & Merchandiser intern. Gain real-world exposure to product assortment, pricing, and promotion strategies while contributing to live projects and learning how the business drives growth.

You will work with a mentor, participate in hands-on workshops, engage with cross-functional teams, and present findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Communication

Time management

Writing

Education

Incoming Junior/Senior in college

Job description

Company & Benefits Information

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career, and enjoy a positive work/life balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you and your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named aForbes Best Employerfor seven consecutive years!

• 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

Compensation

• Competitive base pay starting at $20.00/hr

*The pay listed for this position may vary based on experience. Please note, compensation decisions are contingent on the facts and conditions for each job opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.

Job Duties

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

Qualifications

• 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

EEO Statement

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.