Sales & Operations Planning Intern

Mercury Systems • Phoenix, AZ

13d

About The Position

This intern role is designed for students studying Supply Chain Management or
Industrial Engineering who want hands‑on experience supporting real operational
decision‑making. At Mercury Systems, you’ll help strengthen our Sales &
Operations Planning (S&OP) process by compiling data, analyzing trends, and
supporting forecast updates that guide how we plan and deliver critical
technologies. You’ll work closely with teams across our Phoenix site and
regularly engage with leaders at multiple levels within the domestic Mercury
network. This is a great opportunity to build technical and communication skills
while contributing to meaningful work in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor's in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a closely related field
• A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic formulas
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information to various audiences, including leadership
• Demonstrated teamwork, collaboration, and problem‑solving abilities
• This position requires you to be able to obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of relevant experience, which may include coursework, class projects, internships, or part‑time roles involving data, planning, or process analysis
• Experience using SQL or Python for data analysis
• Exposure to ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP
• Previous internship or project work related to supply chain planning, forecasting, or process improvement.
• Understanding of supply chain metrics such as forecast accuracy, on‑time delivery, or inventory health.
• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze demand, supply, and forecast data to support monthly S&OP activities
• Manage and organize data from ERP/MRP and planning systems to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Develop clear, easy‑to‑understand reports that communicate key insights to leadership
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Program Management, Growth, Finance, and Operations to help resolve data or forecast discrepancies
• Prepare written summaries, presentations, charts, and KPI updates for S&OP meetings
• Monitor forecast accuracy and help identify drivers behind changes or variances
• Support process‑improvement efforts that enhance reporting, data quality, and planning efficiency

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern