Supply Chain Planning Intern

Job description

Winland Foods, Inc., based in Oak Brook, IL, is a global manufacturer of private label and branded foods for retail and co-pack customers. We use only the finest ingredients and ensure every product we make meets the highest standards of taste, quality and accessibility. Across all our food categories, we offer customers a range of premium and value solutions to meet the evolving needs of the consumers. We work closely with our customers to offer consumer-loved brands and custom private label products, and also create new innovative products. We specialize in pasta, sauces, syrups, dressings, jams and jellies, pie fillings, pita chips, dry dinners, dry baking ingredients, and more. We are proud to share we have manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, and Italy. Employee Type: Full time Location: IL Oak Brook Job Type: Administration Job Posting Title: Supply Chain Planning Intern Job Description: Schedule: (Hybrid) Monday and Friday are remote, while Tuesday-Thursday are in office Work Location: 2015 Spring Road Suite 400, Oak Brook, IL 60523 Salary: $27.00 per hour, with an additional one-time lump sum payment to support expenses Duration: May to August 2027 – Summer Internship Job Summary: Based out of our Oak Brook, IL office, this role will be heavily project focused, but also involve a variety of day-to-day activities. Primarily an analytical role, this role would support the business on accurate production planning, engage in demand reviews, and support the business in ensuring accurate forecasting. As an intern/coop, you will work independently and as part of various teams, working toward goals on project assignments with guidance provided as needed with the intent of offering opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills for a career in Supply Chain Planning after graduation. In addition to hands-on experience in Supply Chain Planning, this position will provide the intern with: Formal orientation and on-boarding Individualized development and feedback Regular interface with Operations leadership through ‘Lessons from Leaders’ sessions Exposure to one or more of our manufacturing and/or distribution operations Organizational and time management skills in managing daily and project work Experience working with Planning Systems Networking opportunities Presentation skills in providing presentation to the Operations Leadership Team Qualifications: Formal orientation and on-boarding 2 - 3 years of progress towards a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or closely related major Overall and within major GPA of 3.0 or higher Demonstrated interest in Supply Chain, Operations Planning, and Business Administration through course work or previous internships Computer savvy, knowledge of ERP systems, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft office applications Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to effectively interact with senior management Excellent organizational skills EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.