Supply Chain Intern

Introduction

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain.  We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Overview:

The Supply Chain Intern will support key functions within the Planning, Procurement, and Warehouse Operations teams.  This role provides hands-on experience in end-to-end supply chain management, offering exposure to how materials are sourced, planned, and distributed to meet customer and production needs.  The intern will assist with data analysis, process documentation, and daily operational activities, contributing to both tactical execution and continuous improvement initiatives across the Supply Chain organization.

Responsibilities

Position Description

• Planning & Scheduling
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and maintaining data to support demand and supply planning activities.
• Help prepare and update production and inventory reports to monitor alignment with forecasted demand.
• Collaborate with planners to identify potential shortages, delays, or excess inventory and support corrective actions.
• Procurement
• Support the Procurement team in issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining supplier records.
• Assist with supplier performance analysis, including on-time delivery and pricing accuracy.
• Participate in sourcing activities such as obtaining quotes, comparing supplier options, and preparing bid summaries.
• Warehouse Operations
• Support inventory accuracy efforts through cycle counts, labeling, and reconciliation activities.
• Help document and improve warehouse processes related to receiving, picking, and shipping.
• Partner with Warehouse Leadership to identify opportunities for process efficiency and safety improvements.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Key Attributes 

• Requires confidence in using Microsoft Word and Excel tools.
• Requires Enthusiasm, motivation, initiative and ability to work within an interactive and energetic workplace.
• Review process procedures, change orders, equipment specifications, validation plans, and reports.
• Performs research on technology, equipment and tooling to improve process quality, yield or cost.  Generates proposals based on research.
• Assistance in creating, reviewing and maintaining department files.
• Performs experiments, analyzes and interprets numerical data from experiments.
• Summarizes findings by computer readouts, statistical summaries, graphs and other methods.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Currently pursuing B.S. in Supply Chain or Business with a minimum of 2 college semesters complete.
• Ability to multitask.

The hourly wage range Werfen reasonably expects to pay for the position is $21 to $26.  Compensation is reasonably based upon multiple factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and specific needs of the business.

Closing

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. 

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com