Supply Chain Intern

Freudenberg; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg is seeking a driven student for a supply chain internship in the United States. You will analyze data across supply chain, procurement, and supplier performance to identify improvements and financial impacts.

You will support demand forecasting, scenario modeling, and business planning, research software and process improvements for inventory management and SAP operations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to present findings to management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Interest in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and Inventory Management.
• Self-motivated, organized, and eager to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn SAP and other business systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain, procurement, and supplier data to identify process improvements, cost-saving opportunities, and financial impacts.
• Support demand forecasting, scenario modeling, and business planning activities.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend software and process improvements for inventory management, compliance, reporting, and SAP operations.
• Assist with inventory and stores optimization projects, including barcode scanning initiatives and process enhancements.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop recommendations, quantify business benefits, and present findings to management.

Skills

SCM

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

SAP learning

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain, procurement, and supplier data to identify process improvements, cost‑saving opportunities, and financial impacts.
• Support demand forecasting, scenario modeling, and business planning activities.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend software and process improvements for inventory management, compliance, reporting, and SAP operations.
• Assist with inventory and stores optimization projects, including barcode scanning initiatives and process enhancements.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to develop recommendations, quantify business benefits, and present findings to management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Interest in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and Inventory Management.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and eager to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn SAP and other business systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Compensation

$23 per hour. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

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