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 be responsible for supporting Rich's dynamic Desserts Business Unit, providing a hands-on learning experience and opportunity to apply knowledge in a fast-paced environment across a variety of business and marketing-related projects.

We are looking for this intern to work a hybrid schedule at Buffalo, NY up to 29 hours in the summer 2024 and up to 20 hours in the fall or 2024

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES

• Industry & Category Knowledge : Develop product knowledge across desserts product categories and key strategic sales channels.
• Analysis : Support collection and analysis of portfolio and industry data, trends, competitive set, financials, etc. to inform conclusions and recommendations based on data.
• New Product Development : Support project team deliverables collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, including launch communication and support tools.
• Marketing Support : Assist with various administrative duties from sample request fulfillment to presentation and meeting support, coordination of cuttings, completion of process forms, etc.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• MBA student preferred with concentration in Marketing or related field. Strong baccalaureate candidates will be considered.
• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability in quantitative / analytical skills.
• Must be comfortable and confident working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously with a sense of urgenc y.
  • Ideally, some passion or interest in food!
  • Able to work up to 29 hours in the summer 2024 and up to 20 hours in the fall or 2024

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

$20.00 - $25.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. 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 Human Resources department at [email protected] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.