Supply Chain Corporate Planning Intern

ODL, Inc; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ODL, Inc. in Zeeland, Michigan is offering an internship in Supply Chain Planning to gain hands-on experience across demand and supply planning, supplier management, and inventory optimization.

You will work with Corporate Planning staff and cross-functional teams to support strategic planning initiatives. The role emphasizes developing forecast accuracy, analytics on customer demand, and contributing to inventory tracking and master data integrity.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Supply Chain Management degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Practical knowledge of supply chain concepts and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist development and execution of strategic planning initiatives.
• Participate in Demand & Supply Planning meetings and drive decisions.
• Develop analytics around customer demand to improve service levels.
• Measure and report key process metrics and forecast accuracy.
• Support inventory tracking and supplier management activities.
• Collaborate across functions to ensure timely deliveries and data integrity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Supply chain concepts

Education

Bachelor of Supply Chain Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work under the direction of Corporate Planning staff to assist in all aspects of Planning Processes. Collaboration with other department functions will be necessary to complete projects requiring cross-functional input and teamwork. Internship focuses on tactical and strategic execution of Supply Chain Planning strategy plans. Includes experience in Demand & Supply Planning, Supplier Management & Inventory Optimization processes and procedures. Responsible to develop the most accurate Forecast to deliver an effective Supply Plan to Manufacturing in order to maintain the required service levels to our customers. Key point for internship is developing partner relationships with supply base and ODL teams. Expect real life experience that will end up on your resume!

What You'll Do

• Assists in the development and execution of strategic planning initiatives.
• Participates in Demand and Supply Planning meetings that drives tactical and strategic business decisions.
• Develop analytics around Customer demand behaviors to increase Company’s service levels.
• Measure, analyze and report key process metrics and monitor adherence to key performance indicators.
• Develop, monitor and communicate reports on forecast accuracy to business unit and supply chain organizations, while driving continuous improvement.
• Assist designing and implementing an inventory tracking system to increase visibility by product segment.
• Assist on activities for component management to ensure there is enough supply in the pipeline to support Manufacturing Supply Plans.
• Involvement on international sea-container tracking – collaboration with Freight service providers and corporate planning to secure on time deliveries to ODL manufacturing plants.
• Documentation of Inventory policies, processes and procedures in alignment to company’s strategics and initiatives.
• Develop Inventory Optimization recommendations to increase Company’s cash flow.
• Support required activities to drive activities for Master Data integrity and planning parameter standardization across the organization.
• Support activities to mature End of Life and New Product Introduction activities for successful cost management.

What You'll Need

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor of Supply Chain Management degree from an accredited university. Supply Chain Planning and Strategy course work is preferred. Practical level of knowledge regarding Supply Chain concepts, practices, and procedures. Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and social media platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written format with team members and leadership.
• Ability to work independently in a professional environment. Demonstrated organizational skills in order to establish priorities, identify and set goals, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to balance and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to work on assignments that are broad in nature, involving a high degree of originality and ingenuity.
• Willingness to learn and have the flexibility required in an ever-changing environment.
• Access to reliable transportation. Ability to maintain a high level of attendance and participation.

Who We Are

Driven by continual innovation and trusted customer partnerships, ODL is a visionary building products leader delivering a full breadth of high-quality door and insulated glass offerings. With an expanding portfolio of entry doors and doorlights and industry’s leading lineup of blinds between glass, we feel our best days are ahead of us. Our purpose is to Make Your Life Better™ with everything we do and every product we make.

We have intentionally cultivated a culture of recognition and personal accountability. Our employees have rated ODL as a Great Place to Work® for several years running in all countries of operation.

Headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, ODL was founded in 1945. Today, thousands of employees work at one of our fourteen global locations. Visit our careers page to learn more about culture and opportunities at ODL.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Intern to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to learn and gain valuable experience while contributing to the success of our operations.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Intern to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to learn and gain valuable experience while contributing to the success of our operations.

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)