Supply Chain Intern

Winnebago Industries Inc • Clearwater, FL

19d

About The Position

Lithionics is a leader in advanced battery solutions, committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability. We are looking for a motivated Supply Chain Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in purchasing and supply chain within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Supply Chain Intern, you will support the procurement team in the following areas:

Project Tasks & Activities

1. Data Collection

Gather international freight invoices, current contracts, and historical shipment data
Identify frequently used shipping lanes (e.g., China → U.S.)
Collect quotes from selected freight forwarders

2. Market & Forwarder Research

Analyze forwarder capabilities, rates, and service reliability
Benchmark transit times across multiple carriers
Research international logistics trends (port congestion, cost fluctuations, etc.)

3. Cost Analysis

Build lane-level cost comparison tables
Identify cost outliers and root causes
Evaluate savings scenarios (route changes, carrier changes, mode shifts)

4. Strategy Development

Develop actionable recommendations for procurement and logistics teams
Prioritize opportunities based on cost impact + implementation effort
Identify risks and mitigation strategies

5. Final Presentation & Report

Prepare a professional report summarizing research, analysis, and recommended strategies
Present conclusions to procurement and supply chain leadership

Skills the Intern Will Develop

Supply chain and logistics analysis
Data modeling and cost benchmarking
Vendor evaluation and negotiation preparation
Understanding of international freight operations
Professional presentation and reporting skills

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field.
• Basic knowledge of procurement and supply chain management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection
• Market & Forwarder Research
• Cost Analysis
• Strategy Development
• Final Presentation & Report

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to procurement and supply chain methodologies.
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that improve efficiency and quality.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees