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Job Description
Job Id:
261
# of Openings:
1
Position Summary
The Supply Chain Intern will work collaborative with the department providing analytical support, SOP revisions, supplier evaluations, and processes.
Responsibilities
- Supplier Cost Comparison Analysis:
- Assist in gathering data on supplier pricing, terms, and performance.
- Conduct comparative analysis of supplier costs to identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and improvements.
- Support the team in preparing reports and recommendations for management based on cost comparison analysis.
- SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) Revisions:
- Assist in the review and revision of current SOPs to ensure alignment with industry best practices and company objectives.
- Supplier Evaluations:
- Assist in evaluating current suppliers based on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as quality, cost, delivery, and sustainability.
- Help facilitate supplier evaluation reports and track ongoing performance.
- Participate in supplier meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any supplier-related issues.
- End-to-End Process Mapping:
- Assist in mapping and analyzing the end-to-end supply chain processes, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support the creation of process flowcharts and diagrams to visualize the entire supply chain process, from raw material procurement to finished goods.
- Work with the team to identify and implement process optimization strategies.
- General Support & Collaboration:
- Provide administrative and analytical support to the team as needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, inventory management, demand planning and logistics to support various projects.
- Assist in data collection, reporting, and documentation tasks related to ongoing projects.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must have experience working with Microsoft programs especially Excel.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning, Inventory, Sourcing, and Purchasing.
- Must be a self-starter and self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to respond to common inquiries from internal customers and be a strong problem solver.
- Ability to influence others through reasoning and communication (written and oral).
- Ability to execute multiple tasks to deadlines.
- Seeking a Bachelor Degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management
- Course work in purchasing, supply chain management, and/or manufacturing/operations
- Previous experience in an office or manufacturing environment preferred
- Progress toward professional certification (CPIM, ASCP,CPM) preferred
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Primary work environment is temperature-controlled office setting but may also be visiting different manufacturing facilities where following appropriate safety protocols at the location would be required. Employee will be exposed to low levels of noise in the office and elevated levels of noise on the plant floor.
Employee may have to lift documents/work materials up to 30 pounds in weight. Employee will have to be able to walk/climb to a variety of primary work locations, including traveling by air/auto to remote sites. Position may require travel up to 5% of time depending on assigned projects. Employee will need to listen, understand, and speak with team members in person, telephonically, and electronically at all levels within a diverse workforce and with supported organizations. Employee is able to work in front of a personal computer and telephone for long periods of time.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Fair Oaks Foods assures equal employment opportunity in all its hiring and employment policies and practices, which include all aspects of employment, such as recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, demotions, layoffs or terminations, compensation, benefits, training, company-sponsored education, social and recreational programs or events, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. These policies and practices are administered without regard to “legally protected categories” such as: race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or sexual orientation, pregnancy status or medical conditions related to childbirth, and/or any other factor protected by law.
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