Supply Chain Internship - Raw Material Planning Analytics & Process Improvement Intern

Neogen Corporation•Lansing, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Raw Material Planning Analytics & Process Improvement Intern works alongside Neogen’s Raw Material Planning team to gain hands-on experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, data analytics, and continuous improvement. The intern analyzes inventory trends and supply risks, develops performance dashboards, and recommends improvements to strengthen planning processes and operational performance. The role involves working with supply chain data and tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and SAP to improve material visibility, support supply continuity, and enable more informed decisions. The internship also provides exposure to SAP Material Requirements Planning (MRP), purchasing and procurement, supplier management, Lean principles, inventory optimization, and cross-functional manufacturing operations. At the conclusion of the internship, the intern presents projects, analyses, process improvements, measurable outcomes, and future recommendations to Neogen’s Planning and Supply Chain Leadership team.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an interest in interpreting data and identifying trends.
Foundational understanding of supply chain, inventory management, production planning, or procurement concepts.
Interest in developing dashboards and performance reports that support business decisions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, reliable data.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A proactive, self-motivated approach and willingness to take ownership of projects.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Relevant coursework in Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Production Planning and Control, Operations Management, Procurement, Purchasing, or Logistics and Distribution.
Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization and reporting tools.
Exposure to enterprise resource planning systems, particularly SAP.
Curiosity about supply chain operations and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Analyze raw material inventory levels, shortages, supply risks, and planning trends to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and performance.
Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards showing inventory health, supplier performance, material availability, and planning effectiveness.
Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly reporting to support inventory and purchasing decisions.
Generate and analyze reports on open purchase orders, material coverage, excess inventory, expired materials, and potential supply disruptions.
Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, improve data accuracy, and automate repetitive tasks using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SAP, and other available tools.
Support special projects involving safety stock analysis, inventory risk assessments, excess material reduction, and improved material availability.
Help document and improve standard operating procedures, reporting practices, and material planning processes.
Collaborate with Procurement, Production, Operations, and Supply Chain professionals to understand the broader impact of material planning decisions.
Track project progress, summarize findings, and communicate data-driven recommendations to planning leadership.
Present internship accomplishments, dashboards, inventory analyses, process improvements, measurable results, and future recommendations to leadership.