Small Business Supply Chain Intern

Small Business Supply Chain Intern                  

Position Overview

C&J’s Candy Store & Scoop Shoppe is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Small Business Supply Chain Intern to support inventory management, stocking systems, and operational efficiency within a 

fast-paced retail environment.

This position provides hands-on experience in small business operations, with a focus on inventory flow, product organization, and process improvement. The intern will play a key role in ensuring products are accessible, properly rotated, and consistently available for sale.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Organization and Management

• Organize backstock and storerooms to ensure products are clearly visible and easy to locate 
• Implement and maintain first-in, first-out (FIFO) product rotation based on expiration dates 
• Establish and maintain consistent organization standards across storage areas 
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to inventory systems 

Stocking and Merchandising Support

• Restock sales floor from backstock using proper rotation practices 
• Maintain full, clean, and visually appealing product displays 
• Learn product categories and placement to support efficient stocking 
• Ensure shelves remain consistently stocked during operating hours 

Inventory Tracking and Accuracy

• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and identifying discrepancies 
• Support basic inventory audits and spot checks 
• Communicate low stock, overstock, or slow-moving items to management 
• Maintain accurate product counts within inventory systems 

Purchasing and Planning Support

• Assist with tracking product movement and sales trends 
• Support development of reorder guidelines based on demand and shelf life 
• Observe and contribute to purchasing decisions and inventory planning 

Process Improvement and Documentation

• Help develop and refine stocking procedures and checklists 
• Assist in organizing storage layouts for improved efficiency 
• Document systems and processes for use in staff training 

Learning Outcomes

Through this experience, the intern will:

• Gain practical experience in inventory management within a retail setting 
• Develop organizational systems that improve efficiency and workflow 
• Learn how product movement and demand impact purchasing decisions 
• Build problem-solving skills through real-world operational challenges 
• Understand the role of supply chain practices in a small business environment 

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 
• Basic math skills and ability to estimate quantities and totals 
• Ability to work independently and follow structured processes 
• Comfortable with physical tasks including lifting and stocking inventory 
• Interest in operations, supply chain, or retail management preferred 

Schedule and Work Environment

• Part-time; approximately 12–20 hours per week 
• Flexible scheduling, including some weekends as needed 
• On-site work at retail store location 

Compensation

• Hourly paid position 
• Opportunity for continued employment based on performance 

Supervision and Support

• Reports directly to store owners
• Regular check-ins to review progress, provide feedback, and support learning goals  
• Increasing responsibility and independence over the course of the internship