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Strategic Supply Chain Intern

Olathe, KSOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-levelPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Program Management
  • Finance
  • Business Administration
  • MS Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • analytical skills
  • quality
  • inbound Supply Chain escalations

Nice to have

  • manufacturing experience
  • warehousing experience
  • distribution operations experience
  • statistical analysis

Role summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Strategic Supply Chain Intern at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. This role involves manufacturing and distribution operations, including process improvement, documentation, cost-benefit analysis, and reporting. Key responsibilities include supporting supply chain escalations, negotiating with suppliers, assisting with RFQs and new product sourcing, participating in contract negotiations, identifying cost savings, and contributing to Quarterly Business Reviews.

Overview



We are seeking a full-time Strategic Supply Chain Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for performing aspects of manufacturing and distribution operations activities regarding production, warehousing, and global product distribution. Responsibilities for this role include process design/improvement, process documentation and checklist, cost/benefit analysis of projects, and reporting results to management.

Essential Functions

  • Provide inbound Supply Chain escalations support to avoid production lines down and customer impacts
  • Identify Risk Suppliers/GPNs and negotiate possible solutions
  • Support Customer RFQs (Request for Quotes)
  • Support Supplier RFQs
  • Support New Product Introduction Sourcing
  • Participate in contract negotiations
  • Help identify cost savings opportunities
  • Participate in a Quarterly Business Review (“QBR”) and lead one QBR

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Program Management, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or other related field
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Proficient using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality

Desired Qualifications

  • Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution operations
  • Fluent in statistical analysis


Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits

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