About the role#
The Aftermarket Supply Chain team at Daimler Truck North America ensures the on-time delivery of powertrain parts to our distribution network. As an intern, you will join this team to help procure parts, route them through distribution centers, and work with dealers to reduce truck downtime. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage a deck of parts to procure from 3rd party suppliers.
- Review backorders daily and work with suppliers, operations, transportation, and purchasing to remove delivery barriers.
- Answer customer inquiries regarding part delivery status and lead times.
- Analyze your part deck to identify and reduce excess inventory.
- Collaborate with internal groups to find the root cause of recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
- Support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s program or higher, or graduation within one year of the start date.
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience working within SAP and Salesforce applications.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize your workload based on critical business metrics.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
- You must act with urgency.
Location & details#
- Location: Canton, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG. Founded in 1942, the company produces heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks along with specialized commercial vehicles. It manages brands such as Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, and Thomas Built Buses from its headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The firm also supplies diesel engines and components while maintaining a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
How to get in at Daimler Truck North America
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