**Compensation Details:**

$22.00 per hour

*Why should you join our team?**

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

*Job Description:**
*Your Responsibilities**

The Indirect Procurement intern will be a part of Ace's Finance team and will support The Corporate Procurement Team. The intern will be supporting category managers on sourcing initiatives and gaining visibility across several key parts of the organization including IT, Supply Chain, and Marketing. This role will provide the opportunity to build internal and external stakeholder relationships across several key parts of the organization and assist in conducting project financial analysis to help Ace make key sourcing decisions. The intern will contribute to the development and review of indirect spend strategies, assist in coordinating RFP events, conduct supplier research, and participate in the contract review process. The internship will also include exposure to procurement operations, providing opportunities to support process improvements and enhance efficiency.

*The ideal intern will possess the following:**

· Working towards a bachelor's degree in the following area(s): Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain or related major.

· Entering Senior year of college (December 26 or May 27 grad)

· Analytical thinker- Able to review data and extract meaningful takeaways.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Must have intermediate skill level in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (eg. create a word document, create basic worksheets and formulas, create presentations)

· Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member

· Excellent time management and organizational skills

· Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed

· Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware Corporation

· Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday -Friday for 12 weeks

*Why Ace?**

Ace Hardware (headquartered in Oak Brook, IL) is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated stores in approximately 60 countries. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the Helpful Hardware Folks.

Ace has retained its #5 position in the annual Franchise Times Top 400 List in 2023. Unmatched customer service is a cornerstone of the Ace Hardware brand. We are a 100-year-old retailer that supports its owners with programs that leverage their local expertise, giving them a distinct advantage over their big box competitors and has resulted in Ace retailers being named by JD Powers #1 in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retailers, 16 out of 18 years. The Helpful Spirit transcends the enterprise with Ace Hardware Corporation consistently ranking amongst the top workplaces in Chicagoland.

*_Location Description_**

Ace Hardware corporate headquarters is about 20 miles west of Chicago and you'll get the very best of city and suburban life - prestigious shopping, dining, recreation, performing arts and historical neighborhoods. Our brand new corporate facility opened in September 2023 and has state of the amenities such as a work-out facility, underground parking and upscale cafeteria. We work in the office the majority of the week and enjoy everything our new facility has to offer together as a team.

*_2026 Summer Internship Program Overview_**

The Ace Internship program allows you to apply skills and knowledge you're learning in College today, while contributing in a hands-on environment to fit your career objectives, complement your academic work and enhance your learning. Here's what you will take away from your experience:

+ Real hands-on experience in your assigned department/function with day-to-day projects, responsibilities, accountabilities and deadlines.

+ Opportunity to display your skills during your "Final Pitch" presentation

+ Q & A with Ace's CEO and Senior Leadership team

+ Resume Workshop to help you prepare for future opportunities

+ Opportunity to volunteer through the Ace Hardware Foundation

+ Teambuilding activities

+ Hourly competitive compensation

+ 12-week full time program

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*We want to hear from you!**

When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

*Equal Opportunity Employer**

Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

*Disclaimer**

_The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, 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._

_Be aware that 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 Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview._

_This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity._

_It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability._

Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 60 countries. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and have distribution capabilities in Ningbo, China; and Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com or newsroom.acehardware.com.

Indirect Procurement Internship - Summer 2026, Full Time/Paid/12 Weeks

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