Supply Chain Analyst Intern

Air Lift Company•Lansing, MI

About The Position

The Supply Chain Analyst Intern supports manufacturing supply chain operations through data analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. This role provides hands-on exposure to demand planning, inventory control, procurement, production planning, and logistics while developing analytical and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
1-3 years’ experience in supply chain or warehouse operations.
Basic understanding of procurement, inventory control, or warehouse operations.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, sorting, filtering, data entry).
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Teams).
Exposure to ERP/MRP systems preferred but not required.
Ability to learn new systems and software quickly.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
Basic problem-solving skills with the ability to escalate issues appropriately.
Comfortable working with numbers and performing basic calculations.

Responsibilities

Support inventory management and material control processes:
Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to identify potential shortages.
Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory activities within the warehouse.
Update inventory records in ERP/MRP systems to ensure data accuracy.
Identify and report slow-moving, excess, or obsolete inventory.
Support tracking of safety stock levels and reorder points.
Assist warehouse operations and material flow coordination:
Help track inbound shipments and verify receipt of materials against purchase
Support documentation of material receipts, transfers, and adjustments.
Assist in monitoring warehouse stock organization and location accuracy.
Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure timely material availability for production.
Help track key warehouse metrics such as inventory accuracy and on-time material staging.
Provide day-to-day support for procurement activities within the manufacturing environment:
Assist in creating and updating purchase orders under supervision.
Track open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on delivery dates.
Maintain accurate supplier records, pricing information, and order confirmations.
Support buyers with basic cost comparisons and data entry tasks.
Help resolve simple invoice discrepancies by coordinating with procurement and accounting teams.
Other related duties as assigned