Supply Chain Intern

The Supply Chain Intern will support the Purchasing and Supply Chain team in driving inventory optimization, supplier performance improvements, and data accuracy initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience with procurement processes, inventory management, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement projects. The intern will partner with buyers and supply chain leadership to analyze data, identify improvement opportunities, and execute projects that contribute to operational efficiency and working capital reduction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize knowledge and tools to support process improvement initiatives.
• Support the Supply Chain team with priorities and workload.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate fields in the ERP system such as lead time, lot sizes, and manufacturer information.
• Assist with obtaining prints and patterns, if needed.
• Support preparing purchase orders.
• Aid maintaining and monitoring master file and plant-specific files for Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDA), Certificates of Insurance (COI), and other contractual purchasing documents.
• Support reviewing changes in supplier delivery performance, material and source availability and supplier base activity.
• Assist Supply Chain Team Members and Buyers in searching for new, improved and/or less costly purchase materials and services.
• Participate and contribute to the continued Supply Chain process improvement goals and objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or university.
• Previous internship experience is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Some knowledge in Infor XA and/or experience in ERP systems is preferred.
• Analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

COMPETENCES:

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and collaborating with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Manages Ambiguity – Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
  
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