Distribution Supply Chain Intern (Onsite)
About The Position
The Distribution Supply Chain Intern gains hands-on experience through rotational assignments in five Supply Chain functions: Akron Distribution Center Operations, Transportation, Purchasing, Data Analytics, and Ecommerce Fulfillment. The role provides exposure to end-to-end supply chain processes while supporting operational excellence through data analysis, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional project work. The intern works with Supply Chain leaders and teams on project planning, operational analysis, inventory performance, supply planning, transportation workflows, vendor and merchandise contact data, and store communications that support Ecommerce fulfillment. The position is in person in Akron, Ohio, for 40 hours per week.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in and pursuing a degree in business; Supply Chain is preferred.
- Anticipated graduation date of May or December 2028, or a recent May graduate.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and documentation skills.
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
- Motivated and competent to contribute appropriate time and effort to work needing attention.
- Attentive to detail, with a focus on accurate and timely results.
- Organized and able to prioritize tasks and respond effectively to competing needs.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Supply Chain.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (preferred).
- Analytical software skills.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Supply Chain leaders to define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
- Support project planning by evaluating resource requirements and tracking project milestones.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, reporting, and process mapping.
- Assist in identifying and resolving operational challenges to improve productivity, service levels, and overall performance.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve delivery efficiency.
- Monitor and report on Distribution Center inventory performance and inventory health metrics.
- Evaluate current supply planning processes and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
- Design and document transportation workflows to support process standardization and operational improvements.
- Develop and maintain vendor and merchandise contact databases to support freight chargeback management and recovery efforts.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain Data Analytics team to automate store communications and notifications supporting Ecommerce fulfillment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
