Supply Chain Operations Intern (Aug 2024)

Your role

The material control series intern will be involved in:

• Addressing the areas of uncertainty for material control – forecast errors, yield losses, issues in the timing of demand, and the timing of supply (random lead times). Finding alternatives to the current solution which is to carry safety stock.
• Development of concepts / IT solutions in support of essential daily tasks.
• Creating and maintaining visualization tools, material planning dashboard, etc.
• Optimize the processes for the availability of materials, components, and products for planned production and for customer delivery.
• Define the lowest possible level of inventory.
• Understanding the uncertainty of the MRP in the body shop area, finding improvements and increasing planning efficiencies.
• Support with process mapping of the business and support documentation of standard processes.
• Using resources to support overall planning activities.
• Ability to lead team meetings and give presentations.
• Smart Container Management.
• KPI Dashboards.
• Data Analytics and Visualization.
• Sustainability (Reduction of CO2 emissions, e.g. E-Trucks).
• Continuous Improvement Projects.
• Digitalization Projects.
• Value Stream Mapping.
• Part Defect Reduction.
• Digitalization of Shipments.
• Robotic Process Automation.

About you

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have completed (or is in the process of receiving) a degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A GPA of 3.4 or above (preferred). 
• Candidate must have strong interpersonal and technical skills (experience using Power BI, SQL, Data Lake, etc. is a bonus).
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major).
• Have full-time status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at the time of application.
• Ability to complete 3 alternating work terms for Co-op positions.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week).
• Transfer students must have a GPA from their current university.
• Must attach a copy of the unofficial transcript
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
• The work term dates are (August 12th-December 13th, 2024).

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• Retirement Income Account
• Life Insurance
• BMW Associates Assistance Program
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA & HSA)

Training & development

BMW believes the Gen>NEXT students are the future leaders of BMW. The vision is to secure BMW Manufacturing’s excellence by attracting the best. They believe in creating a hands-on environment where you can directly impact the future of mobility. You will be guided and mentored throughout inspiring tasks and projects. As one of their Gen>NEXT students, you will be part of the team from day one and encouraged to add new ideas and value to the business.

Career progression

As an intern at BMW, you can expect a structured and hands-on learning experience, gaining exposure to various departments and projects. Through performance evaluations and mentorship, outstanding interns may be able to secure full-time positions or participate in BMW's prestigious graduate programs, setting the path for a promising career within the organization.

Sources

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• bmwgroup.jobs
• bmwgroup.jobs/us/en.html
• bmwgroup.jobs/us/en/benefits.html#accordion-2a21726001-item-770e532b05
• youtube.com/@BMWGroupCareers