Sourcing Intern (R&D;)

Key Responsibilities
Research and shortlist recent product ideas and trending items based on market and customer demand.
Find and list potential suppliers, manufacturers, and wholesalers through online platforms and offline markets.
Collect quotes, MOQs, pricing, lead times, and samples from vendors and compare them.
Support R&D; in evaluating product quality, specifications, and packaging options.
Maintain organized sourcing sheets and vendor databases in Excel or Google Sheets.
Follow up with suppliers on samples, pricing updates, and delivery timelines.
Track competitor products and pricing to support sourcing decisions.
Share weekly updates on research findings and sourcing progress with the team.

Requirements
Recent graduate or final-year student in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Design, or a related field.
No prior experience required; curiosity and willingness to learn are a must.




Good research skills and comfort with online platforms such as IndiaMART, Alibaba, and Google.
Basic Excel or Google Sheets skills.
Transparent communication skills for speaking and writing to vendors.
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable following up until the task is done.

Good to Have
Basic understanding of costing, MOQ, and negotiation.
Interest in e-commerce, consumer products, or supply chain.
Knowledge of Hindi or a regional language for supplier communication.

What You Will Gain
Hands-on experience in product sourcing and vendor management.
Direct mentorship from the R&D; and sourcing team.
Internship certificate and a chance to convert to a full time role based on performance.
[Stipend: amount / unpaid]

Pay: ₹6,000.00 - ₹10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Sourcing Intern Palam (India)
🏢 ShftX Tech
📍 India