Vendor Marketing Finance Analyst Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Winsupply is in the business of creating and enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams through wholesale distribution. Winsupply is a group of over 670 locally-owned companies that operate across a variety of industries, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and more. The purpose of the support services campus is to eliminate obstacles and provide support to help our entrepreneurs succeed. Support service employees assist entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams through finance, accounting, IT, and other back-office operations.

Job Description

Internship Summary

The Winsupply Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to build valuable skills through immersive classroom learning, off-site training, and a collaborative capstone project. The program is structured to promote professional development by offering mentorship, meaningful networking opportunities, and hands-on experience in real-world projects. Participants will not only develop their careers but also make a significant impact within the Winsupply organization, contributing to innovative solutions and long-term success.

 

Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Vendor Marketing Finance Analyst Intern to join our team. Our customer base consists of aspiring entrepreneurs who own and operate wholesale distribution businesses, now over 680 nationwide. Therefore, this job provides the opportunity to have a direct impact on the success of small entrepreneurial companies across the United States, particularly those that rely on WSS to improve their inventory turnover. WSS transacts with vendors and customers nearly three-quarters of a million times in a given fiscal year.

 

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Support the consolidation and reporting of marketing funds at Winsupply Inc. and the location level. Partner with Winsupply’s preferred partners on reporting.
  • Analyze performance data, vendor investment, and campaign return-on-investment, while driving continuous improvement.
  • Prepare clear, concise financial reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
• Compliance and process controls
  • Lead support on spend compliance with vendor guidelines and contractual agreements.
• Business Partnering
  • Including accurate billing, funds collection, and allocation of funds.
  • Support the Local Companies, Vendor Relations, events, and marketing team with financial insight, and spend optimization.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

 

Competencies for Success

• Detail-oriented;
• Analytical/critical thinking; data analysis;
• Effective communication;
• Customer-focused and deadline-driven mindset
• Self-motivation
• Willingness to learn 
• Critical thinking
• Integrity

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, either at the undergraduate or master’s level.
• One semester post-graduation

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.