Summer Intern - Procurement & Logistics

Description

At District Photo, our employees are the heart of our company. We are seeking a Summer Intern in Procurement & Logistics in our Beltsville factory

Position Summary

District Photo is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement & Logistics Intern to support our Procurement team during the summer. This internship offers hands-on experience in purchasing, supplier management, logistics coordination, data analysis, and supply chain operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The intern will work closely with procurement and logistics professionals to support day-to-day operations while gaining valuable exposure to sourcing, inventory management, transportation, vendor relations, and cost-reduction initiatives.

Culture

At DPI, our success is powered by our people and its client’s satisfaction ratings. Our culture allows employees to be engaged, empowered, and rewarded. We are a diverse and inclusive company who seeks to expand our brand by hiring collaborative individuals who think outside of the box. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees and visitors. Check us Out! 

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchase order creation, entry, and tracking for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) materials and supplies.
• Support supplier communications, follow-up activities, and order expediting.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments and coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, and vendors.
• Track delivery schedules and assist with logistics issue resolution.
• Maintain procurement and supplier data within District Photo's ERP system (Business Central).
• Assist with spend analysis, pricing reviews, freight reporting, KPI tracking, and cost-savings initiatives.
• Support documentation requirements related to imports, tariffs, shipping compliance, and vendor records.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and procurement-related documentation.
• Assist with inventory and supply chain projects as assigned.
• Provide general administrative support to the Procurement & Logistics team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or operations management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, coursework, or project experience related to supply chain or procurement.
• Experience working with ERP systems or data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with inventory management, purchasing processes, or logistics operations.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience supporting procurement and supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to supplier management, transportation logistics, inventory planning, and cost-control initiatives.
• Experience working with ERP systems and business reporting tools.
• Mentorship from experienced procurement and supply chain professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that directly impact operational efficiency and business performance.
• Potential consideration for future internship or full-time opportunities.

District Photo Inc.

Founded in 1949 by Melvin Cohen as a small black & white photo lab, the business grew during the last half of the 20th century into a large wholesale photofinishing lab serving mid-Atlantic retailers and a national mail order film business. In the late 1990's under Neil Cohen’s leadership, DPI acquired a photo business in the UK and has transitioned from a mid-Atlantic film developing lab to multiple state-of-the-art digital labs shipping millions of photos worldwide every day.

Today, District is one of the largest variable data printing companies in the world as their facilities comprise over a million square feet of manufacturing space with a global reach that sets them apart in the digital printing market. With 7 production fulfillment facilities located in the United States (MD, PA, KY, AZ), England, the Czech Republic & Australia, District Photo is the leader in creating photo-based products as they deliver millions of prints, greeting cards, books, calendars, blankets, mugs, and other gift items yearly.

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