Supply Chain & Operations Intern

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

Eastern Metal Supply is seeking two Supply Chain & Operations Interns to join its supply chain team for the summer of 2024. 

Each Supply Chain & Operations Intern will work closely with an executive Supply Chain Officer in supporting strategic initiatives and core activities in the Supply Chain Department focused on Procurement, Transport and Warehousing. 

He or she will be responsible for carrying out a strategic project, supporting a strategic project already being implemented or undertake any tasks as may be assigned by the Supply Chain Officer.

 Our Internship Program

Our internship program is an enriching experience and here is a peek at what you can expect:

• A 10-week summer program (30 hours per week) working out of one of our corporate locations or Distribution Centers where you'll work side by side with industry leaders responsible for day-to-day oversight of various functions of our supply chain.
• Hands-on experience and responsibility learning to lead or work on strategic initiatives with a team of supply chain professionals and distribution center associates.
• Direct mentorship from a supply chain officer in the company for support and guidance throughout the program experience.
• A 100% on-site experience and will require an ability to be on-site every day at our Lake Worth corporate office. 

Our Supply Chain & Operations Interns

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Procurement or similarly related field) with an interest in data analytics.
• Graduating with a Bachelor's degree between December 2024 and August 2025.
• Affinity for team leadership / coaching, addressing complex problems with limited inputs, a fast paced and always evolving environment, and building a leadership career in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement & Distribution,
• Data-driven problem-solver who can build and maintain productive partnerships by living our core values and perform under pressure.
• Ability to think critically with high attention to detail and listening, oral, and written communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes initiative with a sense of curiosity, adaptability, and courage to always be a student of the business.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced data and excel skills will be a plus).
• Good communication skills + Culturally Sensitive and ability to adapt to stressful situations.

Sampling of our strategic projects:

• Provide approaches and solutions for a diverse range of complex problems using data analysis focused on enhancing customer service
• Evaluate methods for assessing and improving vendor and supplier performance through automation of receipt data capture
• Assist with fleet operations observation and identify opportunities for improving fleet utilization as well as customer experience (including use of automated data feeds)
• Assessment of supplier risk and automation of supplier score-cards