Fall Intern

Company Description JJ Nuts & Seeds is a trusted supplier of high-quality bakery ingredients, with a strong focus on seeds and spices used by commercial and artisanal bakers. The company is known for consistency, reliability, and attention to food safety standards, making it a preferred partner for bakeries and food businesses. Team members gain exposure to the operational and logistical aspects of ingredient sourcing and distribution. Joining JJ Nuts & Seeds offers an opportunity to learn about specialty ingredients and contribute to a small, collaborative team environment.Sales & Operations Assistant Intern DescriptionLocation: On-site Type: Part-Time InternshipRole OverviewWe are looking for an organized, highly motivated Sales & Operations Assistant Intern to support our growing team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience at the intersection of sales and supply chain management. Working directly alongside our Sales & and Operation Leaders, you will assist with order processing, account management support, inventory tracking, and client correspondence.Key Responsibilities• Support the Operations Team in tracking inventory levels, identifying discrepancies, and assisting with physical counts and reconciliations. • Generate and analyze daily pending order reports to prioritize outbound shipments based on requested delivery dates and real-time inventory availability. • Assist in preparing shipping documentation, obtaining freight quotes, arranging pickups, and coordinating directly with carriers, delivery appointment departments, and suppliers. • Support Sales Manager with updating customer database records, managing contact lists, conducting prospect research. • File, organize, and maintain commercial documents—including Bills of Lading (BOLs), Proof of Deliveries (PODs), and shipping records—ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. • Assist in identifying and resolving issues related to shipment delays, inventory discrepancies, and minor delivery or documentation errors. • Maintain accurate logistics data in company systems, assist with generating shipping and fulfillment, and perform general administrative tasks and special projects across departments.• Assisting the Sales Department with samples, sample campaigns, Trade Shows and Travel plans. QualificationsAbility to follow instructions carefully and maintain attention to detail in tasks such as inventory organization and order preparation.Basic computer skills, including working with email, spreadsheets, and simple data entry systems.Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with warehouse and office staff.Reliability and time management skills, including punctuality and the ability to manage multiple small tasks during the day.Comfort with light physical activity, such as standing for periods of time and handling packaged ingredients within reasonable weight limits.Interest in food, baking, or supply chain operations; prior experience in a warehouse, retail, or food environment is helpful but not required.Current student or recent graduate preferred; eligibility to work on-site in Fairfield, NJ is required.