Vehicle Distribution Intern

Porsche Cars North America; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Porsche Cars North America Internship opportunities are designed to promote both career development and functional expertise for the intern, as well as to complete project-related and day-to-day support for the department. We would be excited for you to join our organization. Porsche.

There is no substitute. The role offers a 6-month commitment, 40 hours weekly, with three days on-site in Atlanta and two days remote, emphasizing collaboration and hands-on experience in Vehicle Distribution and

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or juniors/seniors pursuing a Bachelor’s in Business with focus on Marketing, Finance/Accounting, IT, Communications, Engineering or comparable study.
• Preferred internships in corporate environments and familiarity with luxury automotive are advantageous.
• English fluency and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, international setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Vehicle Distribution to understand department objectives and approach.
• Test model ordering in the PVMS configurator before public releases and verify option relationships.
• Assist in price protection administration during mid-year model price changes.
• Handle orders of launch cars and other centrally ordered vehicles.
• Support fleet vehicle administration and distribution of market introduction cars to dealers.
• Maintain Option Availability communications to US dealers and assist in dealer training.
• Run ad hoc queries and analysis and support daily Vehicle Distribution operations.

Skills

Fluency in English

Multicultural teamwork

German language (nice to have)

Spanish language (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Porsche North America Internship opportunities are designed to promote both career development and functional expertise for the intern, as well as to complete project-related and day-to-day support for the department. We would be excited for you to join our organization.

Porsche. There is no substitute.

The hourly range for this role is $18-$20.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work directly with key personnel in Vehicle Distribution to understand department objectives and approach


• Tests model ordering in the PVMS configurator prior to public releases including assuring option relationships are correct


• Assist in the administration of vehicle price protection of mid-year model price increases


• Orders of launch cars and other centrally ordered vehicles


• Assist in the administration of fleet vehicles


• Distribute market introduction vehicles to dealers


• Maintain Option Availability communication to US dealers


• Support Sales Operations dealer training and preparation


• Perform ad hoc queries and analysis


• Support the Vehicle Distribution team in daily operations


• Available to work Mon – Fri up to 40 hours a week


• Available to work in office at least three times per week


• Open and available to travel as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Recent graduate or Juniors/Seniors currently attaining Bachelor’s Degree in Business with focus on Marketing, Finance/Accounting, IT, Communications, Engineering or comparable study is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Internships in Corporate environments preferred


• Experience or knowledge in luxury automotive would be ideal


• Languages (German, Spanish) is a plus but not a requirement

Preferred Skills

• Study in the field of Business Administration or a comparable study with focus on Sales, International Management, or Logistics


• Excellent grasp of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel


• SAP basic knowledge preferred


• Ability to work in a multicultural team


• Talent in organization and independent working style


• Customer service focus


• Automotive affinity


• Fluency in English


• Desire for continuous development and learning opportunities


• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills

Please note that an Excel test will be part of the interview process.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.


• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, climb stairs on occasion with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to effectively work and complete tasks in an open office/noisy environment.

We are seeking an individual who can commence asap for a 6-month period, committing to 40 hours per week. The role will involve a hybrid arrangement, with three days on-site at our Atlanta office and two days remote.

At a Glance

Porsche is an equal opportunity employer and we take pride in our diversity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Porsche will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Porsche does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, family and medical leave status, military status, criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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