Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2027

Select Milk Producers; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform Program

Shoe Allowance

Onsite gym

Career Advancement Opportunities

Leadership Development

Support local communities

Sustainability and environmental Initi

Job summary

Select Custom Solutions in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Supply Chain Intern for Summer 2027 (approximately 12 weeks). The role supports day-to-day operations across procurement, logistics, inventory management and production planning, gaining hands-on experience in a food and beverage manufacturing environment.

You will work with the Supply Chain team and cross-functional partners on data analysis, process improvements and special projects, developing foundational knowledge of supply chain systems

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum one (1) year working with and managing business reporting tools.
• Understanding of ERP functional areas such as: Accounting, Supply Chain, & Manufacturing.
• Ability to manage medium-size projects from start to finish including meetings, notes, action items, troubleshooting, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data to support supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.
• Procurement Support: Assist with supplier communications, order placement, and tracking of purchase orders.
• Logistics Coordination: Support the logistics team in coordinating shipments, tracking deliveries, and resolving transportation issues.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to best practices.
• Reporting: Prepare and maintain reports on supply chain performance metrics such as inventory levels and delivery times.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with production, quality assurance, and sales to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Perform other related duties and adhere to GMP and safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data analysis

Results driven

Excel/Office suite

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Supply chain basics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in SCM/Logistics/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Shape What’s Next at Select Custom Solutions

At Select Custom Solutions, we don’t just make ingredients—we create possibilities. From La Crosse, WI, our team brings innovation and expertise to contract manufacturing, branded dairy and non-dairy ingredients, custom blends, and ingredient distribution. With modern facilities and cutting-edge capabilities, we help some of the world’s most trusted brands deliver products that make a difference in people’s lives.

With a strong focus on growth, innovation, and excellence, Select Custom Solutions offers opportunities to be part of meaningful work that impacts industries worldwide. Whether you’re working hands‑on in manufacturing or supporting operations, your contributions help drive the future of food and nutrition.

We’re proud to be partnered with Select Milk Producers, one of the nation’s most progressive dairy cooperatives. With over 110 family‑owned dairies and multiple processing plants and joint ventures nationwide, our partnership connects us to a powerful network driving the future of food and nutrition.

Join us—and help shape what’s next.

What Select offers you:

• Uniform Program
• Shoe Allowance
• Onsite gym
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Opportunities to support our local communities
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about:

We are looking for a Supply Chain Intern in La Crosse, WI.

• Timeframe: Summer 2027, approximately 12 weeks
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, regular business hours

The Supply Chain Intern supports day‑to‑day supply chain operations at Select Custom Solutions while gaining practical experience across key functional areas, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and production planning. Working closely with the Supply Chain team and cross‑functional partners, this role assists with supply chain activities, data analysis, process improvement initiatives, and special projects that support operational efficiency and business needs.

This internship provides exposure to end‑to‑end supply chain processes within a food and beverage manufacturing environment while developing foundational knowledge of supply chain systems, processes, and best practices.

Job Duties:

• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data to support supply chain operations, including demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization.
• Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring and managing inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.
• Procurement Support: Help with supplier communications, order placement, and tracking of purchase orders.
• Logistics Coordination: Support the logistics team in coordinating shipments, tracking deliveries, and resolving transportation issues.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of best practices.
• Reporting: Prepare and maintain reports on supply chain performance metrics, including inventory levels, order fulfillment rates, and delivery times.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with various departments, including production, quality assurance, and sales, to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety Protocol.
• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience Required:

• Minimum one (1) year working with and managing business reporting tools
• Understanding of ERP functional areas such as: Accounting, Supply Chain, & Manufacturing
• Ability to manage medium-size projects from start to finish including but not limited to setting meetings and agenda, capturing notes and action items, troubleshooting issues, identifying roadblocks, communication to stakeholders, recording and tracking of project work items, and gathering end user signoff.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• None

Skills Required:

• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines in a professional manner in collaboration with colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving and quantitative critical thinking skills
• Basic understanding of supply chain concepts and principles.

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