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Intern - Foodservice K-12 Bid Team

Location: 

Buffalo, NY, US, 14213

Req ID:  39474
Segment:  Marketing

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

 

Purpose Statement

The intern will provide support within the K-12 Bid Team – supporting both commercial bids and USDA Foods (commodity) bids within the Foodservice Division

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

The Intern will support the following activities:

  • Bids/Awards
    • Provide support in processing school bids with 100% accuracy
    • Coordinate with our Bid Analysts to support the bid process by interfacing with Tier 1 and 2 school districts level and distributor contacts when needed
    • Support our commodity allocation and draw down campaign by developing tools to encourage drawing down balances and executing to States requirements/regulations
    • Track and follow-up with associates and brokers to support on-time bid submissions
    • Support in the processing of sales deals for all bids won and ensure brokers do the same for their respective bids
    • Support projects utilizing Interflex and Bid award to better capture market share to grow base business and secure new business 
  • Analysis
    • Support the Bid team analytics through continuous and ad hoc reports that evaluate market conditions, competitive assessments, and innovation opportunities
    • Assist in preparing and distributing the weekly K-12 Service Level report
  • Administration
    • Support the Commodity Bid Analyst in the generating monthly/quarterly K-12 segment performance - this is for both commodities and school bids
    • Support the Commodity Bid Analysts’ use of Processor Link to manage our commodity program:
      • Support customer projects utilizing Processor Link to better capture market share, to grow base business, and secure new business
    • Support trainings (on commodity process) and new product launches (SEPDS/USDA approval)
    • Support the Commercial Bid Analysts’ use of Bid Forge and Interflex
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Support of the foodservice division strategic planning process including assistance with the K-12 Strategic Plans and Account Plans

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

  • Educational requirement and skills:
    • Students must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program majoring in business, accounting, finance, analytics or related field in the spring and summer of 2026
    • Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize and be able to successfully handle several projects at once, organizational skills is a must
    • Must be resourceful; able to figure out who or where to look for information
    • Detail oriented with solid written and verbal communication skills
    • Microsoft Office 365 proficient, and computer savvy (i.e. use of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneDrive, etc.)  Advanced Excel a plus
    • Ideally, some background, passion or interest in food!
    • Must be able to work onsite at our world headquarters in Buffalo, NY 

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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

 

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$17.00 - $28.00

 

 

 

 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

MEET RICH’S.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.


Nearest Major Market: Buffalo

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