What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Planning Intern position at TransMedics, Inc.?
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
TransMedics is transforming organ transplantation through the Organ Care System (OCS), a platform that depends on precise coordination of materials, production schedules, and global logistics. Our Supply Chain Planning team ensures the right materials are available at the right time to support uninterrupted manufacturing and patient impact.
The Supply Chain Planning Intern will support production and global supply planning activities by analyzing demand, supply, inventory, and capacity data. This role provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing planning, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination within a fast-paced medical device environment.
This internship is ideal for students interested in supply chain, operations, data analytics, or manufacturing strategy.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Production & Supply Planning Support
This position does not have direct reports.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
You will work with real production data, support live planning decisions, and see how supply chain strategy directly impacts manufacturing performance and patient outcomes.
Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.
TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes.
Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health.
Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc.
www.TransMedics.com
Employee Benefit
Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
Dental
Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Plan
Pet insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
POSITION SUMMARY
TransMedics is transforming organ transplantation through the Organ Care System (OCS), a platform that depends on precise coordination of materials, production schedules, and global logistics. Our Supply Chain Planning team ensures the right materials are available at the right time to support uninterrupted manufacturing and patient impact.
The Supply Chain Planning Intern will support production and global supply planning activities by analyzing demand, supply, inventory, and capacity data. This role provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing planning, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination within a fast-paced medical device environment.
This internship is ideal for students interested in supply chain, operations, data analytics, or manufacturing strategy.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Production & Supply Planning Support
- Analyze demand, supply, inventory, and capacity data to help ensure material availability and on-time production
- Assist in maintaining production schedules
- Monitor work order and material status to identify potential shortages or constraints
- Support planning adjustments based on supply or capacity changes
- Prepare and maintain planning reports, dashboards, and KPIs
- Use Excel to analyze trends, identify risks, and support decision-making
- Assist with data validation and reporting accuracy
- Contribute to performance tracking across supply chain and operations
- Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality Control (QC) and Logistics teams
- Support issue resolution and planning execution
- Participate in process improvement initiatives
- Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders
- Fundamentals of production and global supply planning
- How data drives operational decisions in manufacturing environments
- Exposure to ERP and planning systems
- Inventory management and capacity planning concepts
- Cross-functional operations in a regulated industry
This position does not have direct reports.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
- General office environment where there is a significant amount of time at a desk, working on computers and reviewing documents. This requires the ability to sit for extended periods. They also may need to stand for meetings or when moving around the office.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
- College Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas required; Power BI a plus)
- Ability to work with large data sets and identify trends or issues
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Exposure to ERP or planning systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
- Coursework in supply chain planning, operations, or data analytics
- Interest in manufacturing, operations, or global supply chains
You will work with real production data, support live planning decisions, and see how supply chain strategy directly impacts manufacturing performance and patient outcomes.
Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.
TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes.
Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health.
Maximize your potential at TransMedics, Inc.
www.TransMedics.com
Employee Benefit
Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
Dental
Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Plan
Pet insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.