Career Foundations Program Associate - Supply Chain

Smithfield Foods•Suffolk, VA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is part of Smithfield’s Career Foundation Program (CFP), a training program designed to provide recent college graduates with an opportunity to explore career options through function-specific rotations. The Supply Chain track typically lasts 18–24 months and provides Associates with broad exposure to supply chain functions across the company. CFP Associates receive guidance, training, and mentorship from senior leaders, an assigned manager, and the program manager throughout their rotations. The Career Foundation Program is designed for high-potential graduates who can quickly adapt to new environments, show initiative, and take on increasingly complex responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or related field; or currently enrolled with anticipated graduation prior to start date.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
High standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel up to 15–25%, with periodic overnight stays required.
Currently authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational planning and project management skills.
Experience with SAP or other enterprise systems.
Demonstrated leadership experience through academics, work, or extracurricular activities.
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn.
Ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to a team-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

Rotate through multiple areas of the supply chain such as distribution, logistics, transportation, and inventory management.
Manage product flow, order fulfillment, and delivery performance across the network.
Support process improvements that enhance productivity, accuracy, and cost efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve business challenges and meet customer expectations.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
Participate in projects and take on increasing responsibility for outcomes and results.
Maintain accurate reports, records, and documentation related to supply chain activities.

Benefits

Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Medical plans with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training.
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs through partnership with Guild.
Leadership development initiatives.
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement for obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.