About the role#
The Supply Chain Intern supports procurement and supply chain activities that ensure the timely and cost-effective flow of materials for manufacturing operations. You will gain experience in supplier management, purchasing, inventory analysis, and sourcing through project-based assignments and daily support tasks. This role works closely with procurement and operations teams to understand how supply chain decisions impact cost, quality, and delivery.
What you'll do#
- Support Buyer/Planners and procurement team members with daily purchasing and supply chain tasks.
- Assist with purchase order management, supplier communications, delivery follow-up, and data maintenance within the ERP system.
- Analyze supplier performance, inventory levels, lead times, and pricing to identify trends.
- Participate in sourcing, supplier risk assessment, tariff analysis, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Track open orders, monitor potential supply disruptions, and assist with shortage resolution to support material availability.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for procurement and supply chain projects.
- Assist with supplier and item master data reviews, data standardization, and process documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance.
- Participate in professional development activities such as manufacturing facility visits and product training sessions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple assignments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Initiative and a willingness to learn new business systems and processes.
- Exposure to ERP systems like Oracle or SAP is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, with flexible shift options between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Physical requirements: Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds and move throughout office and manufacturing environments. Some travel, up to 5%, may be required.
About Enerpac Tool Group
Enerpac Tool Group provides industrial tools and heavy lifting solutions for customers across more than 100 countries. The company focuses on high-pressure hydraulic tools and controlled force products for complex, heavy-load positioning. Founded in 1910, it maintains its headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It operates as a public company with a workforce of over 2,000 employees.
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