About the role#
White Cap is hiring a Field Operations Intern to join our team in Elk Grove Village. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers hands-on experience in business operations and supply chain management. You will work under general supervision, receive mentorship, and contribute to functional projects that support our business objectives.
What you'll do#
- Analyze data to produce findings and draw conclusions.
- Prepare and present insights and recommendations to management, both orally and in writing.
- Execute tasks related to process improvements and functional projects.
- Identify and resolve clearly defined problems, including fixing inconsistencies in routine data.
- Communicate roadblocks and issues related to your areas of responsibility.
- Assist with research and special projects as needed.
- Provide guidance or training to junior-level support personnel when required.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising senior, preferably majoring in Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, or a related field.
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Strong focus on operations and the ability to partner with customers to create value-added solutions.
- Experience leading or building a team.
- Strong communication skills and experience talking with team members and customers.
Location & details#
- Location: Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Travel: Occasional overnight travel, typically less than 10 percent of the time.
About White Cap
White Cap supplies building materials to professional contractors. The company provides concrete accessories, tools, safety equipment, and fasteners for residential and infrastructure projects. It operates approximately 500 branches across North America. The organization employs over 6,000 people and serves roughly 200,000 customers. Its headquarters are located in Atlanta, Georgia.
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