Logistics & Supply Chain Management (LSCM) Intern

About the position

Logistics and Supply Chain Management teammates at Bridgestone have a passion for innovation that drives our company forward. Our Internship program gives you the opportunity to join the world's largest tire and rubber company at the forefront of innovation and mobility. Situated at the heart of our organization, our Procurement and Supply Chain team plays a crucial role in driving profitability, cost efficiency, and generating value. Our team members collaborate closely with business leaders to achieve a balance of cost, inventory, and service excellence. Through Integrated Business Planning and Sales and Operations Execution processes, we ensure smooth operations and alignment across functional areas. As a teammate, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with teammates across the organization, learn what it is like to be in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Bridgestone, and make a lasting impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Bridgestone's business goals to strategically source goods and services.
• Decrease lead time, minimize inventory, streamline order fulfillment and reduce cost.
• Deliver products that meet our customer's price and scheduling needs and improve our bottom line.
• Apply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with fellow teammates and achieve common goals.
• Work in a hands-on environment with cross functional teams.
• Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule and cost.
• Participate in technical training and function specific development opportunities.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or another applicable major.
• Actively enrolled in an accredited university the semester prior to your start date.
• Sophomore-senior level standing.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• No other work experience is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• People-centric focus with ability to collaborate with all teammates across the organization.
• Strong initiative, work ethic and levels of enthusiasm.
• Demonstrate technical aptitude in major of study.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunity to develop and grow through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness.
• Diverse and inclusive team.