Product Management Intern- Toppings, Creams, & Culinary Solutions at Rich Products Corporation in Buffalo, NY

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 $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Job Title: Product Management Intern - Toppings, Creams, and Culinary Solutions

Purpose Statement

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented TCCS Intern to join our dynamic product management team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience as a part of our Toppings, Creams, and Culinary Solutions business unit. The intern will support various aspects of product management, including market research, product development, project management, customer engagement, and reporting. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in product management and gain valuable insights into the food industry.

This internship will begin at the end of January 2025 and will continue through the Spring semester and then extend into the Summer. Must be able to work in office Tuesday-Thursday at our world headquarters in Buffalo, NY 15-25 hours/week

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape in the Toppings, Creams, and Culinary Solutions (TCCS) categories. Including:

Assist in defining product requirements and specifications based on research and stakeholder input
Monitor and evaluate competitive products and landscape, identify opportunities and threats to the category
Summarizing key insights and trends and dissemination of information to internal teams

Product Development Support: Assist in the development and testing of new products, ensuring they meet quality standards and customer expectations.Including:

Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and sales, to support product launch activities.
Support project management activities by tracking progress, updating project plans, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project execution.

Customer Engagement: Assist in managing customer feedback and inquiries related to TCCS products and overarching category.

Support customer WHQ visits, ideation sessions, and sample requests in a timely, organized, and efficient manner
Support of ad hoc customer-specific presentations and materials

Strategic Planning: Support of the 2025 Joint Sales Meeting planning process including assistance with the Category Strategic Plans, Innovation Showcase, and overarching meeting coordination.

Reporting and Documentation: Prepare reports and presentations on market research findings, product performance, and project status. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all project-related activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Students must be pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree majoring in Marketing, communications or related business field
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.)
Ideally, some background, passion or interest in food and product marketing!
Able to occasionally lift 25 pounds. #CORP123

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-$32.00

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 hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.