Intern, Supply Chain Management

Knorr-Bremse; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Knorr-Bremse is seeking a detail‑oriented Buyer/Planner associate to analyze transactional activities and identify improvement opportunities. You will collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager to build reporting tools and charts that highlight demand trends.

The role involves reviewing inventory performance and optimizing material storage on the warehouse floor. The candidate should have strong analytical and communication skills, be proficient in Excel/Word/PowerPoint, and thrive in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing with GPA ≥3.0.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and trend demand.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and Identify Improvement Opportunities in the Buyer/Planner transactional activity
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Manager to create reporting tools and charts to trend Demand.
• Turn and Inventory Control performance
• Analyze Materials Storage Areas in Warehouse and on Production Floor for identification of reduction of IWD and resolution of back flushing issues.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Self-motivation

People skills

Education

Business, Supply Chain or Manufacturing majors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Job description

• Analyze and Identify Improvement Opportunities in the Buyer/Planner transactional activity
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Manager to create reporting tools and charts to trend Demand.
• Turn and Inventory Control performance
• Analyze Materials Storage Areas in Warehouse and on Production Floor for identification of reduction of IWD and resolution of back flushing issues.

Required Skills:

• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Resourceful - not intimidated by large assignments
• Ability to work in a fast paced, professional environment and multi-task
• Must be self-motivated and enthusiastic and have strong people skills

Education:

Business, Supply Chain or Manufacturing majors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.