Inventory & Forecasting Intern — Supply Chain Optimization

Jobtailor; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a supply chain intern in Northbrook, IL to support senior managers on process-improvement and planning projects. You will extract data, build forecasts, and prepare decision-ready reports across the supply chain.

The role emphasizes data visualization, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiency and inventory optimization. On-site work and professional growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Engineering (Industrial preferred).
• Junior standing with 3.0 minimum GPA preferred.
• Strong leadership abilities and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, data analysis, and follow-up skills.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement principles is a plus (Six Sigma, PMP, CPIM).
• Knowledge of data and visualization applications such as Tableau, Alteryx, SQL, TDV, KNIME, SAP, and Business Objects is a plus.
• Unrestricted permanent US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with senior-level managers on process improvement and business system projects across all aspects of the supply chain.
• Optimize supply and demand planning, inventory deployment strategies, and stocking policies.
• Extract data, prepare reports, and convert data into information for decision-making.
• Analyze warehouse network expansion or contraction impacts for product categories.
• Automate vendor lead-time review and maintenance procedures.
• Build forecasts and production schedules for products or components.
• Simulate stocking strategies and recommend the lowest total-cost option.
• Conduct root-cause analysis of backordered or surplus products and recommend process improvements.
• Optimize inventory deployment and balancing processes.
• Develop reports to detect outliers and potential issues before they impact the system.
• Support department strategic initiatives with projects integrated into teams beyond internship completion.

Skills

Leadership Abilities

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organization Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Engineering (Industrial preferred)

Tools

Tableau

Alteryx

SQL

TDV

KNIME

SAP

Business Objects

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a supply chain intern in Northbrook, IL to support senior managers on process-improvement and planning projects. You will extract data, build forecasts, and prepare decision-ready reports across the supply chain.

The role emphasizes data visualization, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiency and inventory optimization. On-site work and professional growth opportunities are included.