Intern - Supply Chain

POSITION PURPOSE:The Supply Chain intern program offers talented college students an opportunity to gain hands on experience in working with a number of leaders to learn the Supply Chain business from one of the world's leading retailers. During a 10 – 12 week period, interns will be assigned to functional teams such as transportation, inventory planning and replenishment, distribution, analytics, direct fulfillment, and channel management, to learn day-to-day operations, supply chain skills and overall comprehension of the retail business at the Home Depot's corporate office.MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Use strategic thinking to approach problems and create solutions

Responsible for the accuracy and quality of work performed

Develop and implement project plans; determine requirements, deliverables, resources, timing/milestones, and risks

Communicate findings and project status clearly and professionally through presentations. Make recommendations to upper management.

Provide comprehensive report out to supply chain senior leaders on assignments and other related projects

NATURE AND SCOPE:Typically reports to Manager or Sr. ManagerNo direct responsibility for supervising others.ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:Environment: Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.Travel: Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.Education Required: The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.Years of Relevant Work Experience: 0 yearsPhysical Requirements:Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.Additional Qualifications:Currently pursuing an Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Mathematics/Statistics, or related fieldPreferred Qualifications:

Experience with software programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to interact with business partners (internal & external)

Ability to negotiate and participate in change management

Effective interpersonal and problem solving skills

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

Team oriented; Creative and innovative

Strong analytical skills

Demonstrated results-oriented leadership

Ability to manage multiple priorities and schedule demands

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