Sourcing Associate Intern

Wonder Group, INC; Lake Parsippany (NJ); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Wonder Group, INC in New Jersey is offering a Merchant Intern role to gain hands‑on experience in procurement, supplier relationship management, and category analysis within the fast‑paced food‑tech space. You’ll support supplier evaluation, cost analysis, and sustainability initiatives while balancing quality, cost, and operational efficiency in a dynamic environment.

You'll identify and evaluate new suppliers for produce, proteins, dairy, and ingredients; participate in RFPs and vendor

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; SQL/Tableau a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Food Science, Business).

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and evaluating new suppliers for produce, proteins, dairy, and specialty ingredients.
• Support data collection and analysis for cost modeling, supplier performance, and market trends.
• Participate in RFP processes and vendor onboarding activities.
• Help monitor supplier compliance with food safety, quality, and sustainability standards.
• Conduct benchmarking research on commodity pricing and sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Supply Chain, and Operations to align sourcing with business needs.
• Prepare presentations and reports summarizing findings and recommendations for leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel/Google Sheets

Written & verbal comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Food Science, Business, or related field

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Job description

About Wonder

Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise. Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot. Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale. Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.

About The Opportunity

As a Merchant Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in procurement, supplier relationship management, and category analysis within the dynamic food‑tech industry. You’ll work closely with the merchant team to support supplier evaluation, cost analysis, and sustainability initiatives, while learning how to balance quality, cost, and operational efficiency in a fast‑paced environment.

The Impact You Will Make

• Assist in identifying and evaluating new suppliers for produce, proteins, dairy, and specialty ingredients.
• Support data collection and analysis for cost modeling, supplier performance, and market trends.
• Participate in RFP (Request for Proposal) and vendor onboarding processes.
• Help monitor supplier compliance with food safety, quality, and sustainability standards.
• Conduct benchmarking research on commodity pricing and competitive sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Culinary, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure sourcing decisions align with business needs.
• Prepare presentations and reports to summarize findings and recommendations for leadership.

What You Bring to the Table

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Food Science, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (bonus: SQL, Tableau, or other analytics tools).
• Passion for food, sustainability, and supply chain innovation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

As a matter of company policy, Wonder does not sponsor applicants for employment visa status for this role. Our hybrid model requires 3 days a week in the office. That said, many team members choose to come in more often to take advantage of in‑person collaboration and connection. You’re welcome—and encouraged—to be in the office up to 5 days a week if it works for you.

New Jersey: $36.00 per hour.

A Final Note

At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government’s E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility.

If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.

Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving without compromise. With options including dine‑in, delivery, pickup, and meal kits, Wonder makes every mealtime effortless. Through the Wonder app, customers can combine hundreds of dishes from exclusive, chef‑developed concepts in a single order so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Wonder’s portfolio of brands includes meal‑kit pioneer Blue Apron, leading online food marketplaces Grubhub and Seamless, and Emmy-winning media company Tastemade. Together, we’re united by a single mission: to make great food more accessible. There has never been a more exciting time to join our world‑class team. We’ve brought together people who are changing the way the world eats — with grit, optimism, care, and a little bit of salt, and pepper. And we’re just getting started.