About the role#
As an intern in Supply Chain at Novo Canada, you will support the team that plans and coordinates how products reach people across the country. You will assist with demand forecasting, manage samples, and maintain regular reporting. You will also help integrate a new ordering system into daily operations. This role offers the chance to learn how an end-to-end supply chain functions while providing colleagues with the information they need to make decisions.
What you'll do#
- Compile data and assist with forecast updates for selected brands.
- Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly reports.
- Review trends and flag potential supply chain issues.
- Coordinate sample management activities with the third-party logistics provider.
- Share updates and follow up on requests with external partners.
- Work with cross-functional colleagues to support product launches and transitions.
- Support the implementation and day-to-day operations of a new ordering system.
What you'll need#
- Curiosity, motivation, and a willingness to learn.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including familiarity with formulas, lookup functions, and pivot tables.
- Strong quantitative skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- A proactive approach to completing tasks and seeking guidance.
- Foundational knowledge of demand forecasting, inventory management, logistics, or distribution.
- Exposure to enterprise resource planning or order management systems.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site role based in Mississauga, Ontario.
- The internship is a six-month contract with the possibility of extension.
- You will work from the office five days a week.
- Candidates should be pursuing studies in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering.
About Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a pharmaceutical company that focuses on treatments for chronic diseases including diabetes and obesity. Founded in 1923 in Denmark, the company operates globally with headquarters in Bagsværd. It employs approximately 62,188 people across 80 offices. The organization researches and manufactures medical solutions for rare diseases and other health conditions.
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