What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Intern position at Virginia Tile Company?
Company Overview
Virginia Tile is a premier provider of ceramic tile, natural stone, resilient flooring, and woodworking products in selected regions. Known for representing the finest manufacturers and suppliers in the industry, Virginia Tile is a trusted partner for both residential and commercial projects.
Internship Overview
This is a unique opportunity for a student interested in Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement to gain real-world experience by working on impactful projects that improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. The intern will work alongside our Supply Chain and CI teams on meaningful initiatives related to process optimization, freight cost management, and performance tracking.
Key Projects May Include
Virginia Tile is a premier provider of ceramic tile, natural stone, resilient flooring, and woodworking products in selected regions. Known for representing the finest manufacturers and suppliers in the industry, Virginia Tile is a trusted partner for both residential and commercial projects.
Internship Overview
This is a unique opportunity for a student interested in Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement to gain real-world experience by working on impactful projects that improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. The intern will work alongside our Supply Chain and CI teams on meaningful initiatives related to process optimization, freight cost management, and performance tracking.
Key Projects May Include
- Supporting improvements to our receiving processes through process mapping, metric tracking, and standard work documentation.
- Analyzing freight table data to identify trends and areas for cost savings.
- Creating dashboards or summary reports to help drive visibility and better decision-making in key operational areas.
- Presenting findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect data and document current processes.
- Assist in creating visual tools such as process maps and dashboards using tools like Excel or Power BI.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute insights toward process improvements.
- Assist with identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions for streamlined supply chain workflows.
- Support general project planning and execution related to operational initiatives.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated interest in process improvement, logistics, or operations.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) for the full internship term (June 9-Mid-August).
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present findings.
- Familiarity with Excel, data visualization tools, or process documentation is a plus.
