Logistics Planning Intern - Summer 2026, Full Time (Paid/12 Weeks)

ACE Hardware • Oak Brook, IL

18h • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

About This Role Ace’s Logistics Planning internship will give you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working in the transportation industry. Not only will you be working with vendors, carriers, and 3PLs but you will also work cross functionally with other departments at Ace such as Inventory Control, Supply Chain, our 15 distribution centers, and 7 consolidation centers. We strive to give our interns a fully immersive experience throughout the duration of your internship.

Requirements

• Ambitious self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to contribute as an effective team member
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Takes ownership and accountability of projects and responsibilities
• Demonstrated motivation and initiative to succeed
• Knowledge and interest in Ace Hardware and logistics
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday -Friday for 12 weeks
• Willingness and ability to give presentations to colleagues, managers and directors
• Experience using Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Create and execute routing plans for purchase orders from suppliers to Ace distribution centers
• Track and trace to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of purchase orders
• Coordinate special transportation needs and provide customer service for all stakeholders
• Update TMS (Transportation Management System) for vendor and carrier compliance and accuracy
• Utilize Power BI tools and data to track key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Seek out opportunities to improve existing processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees