Supply Chain Operations Intern

OverviewTHIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLEFoot Locker, Inc. is a leading footwear and apparel retailer that unlocks the "inner sneakerhead" in all of us. With approximately 2,500 retail stores in 26 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and a licensed store presence in the Middle East and Asia, Foot Locker, Inc. has a strong history of sneaker authority that sparks discovery and ignites the power of sneaker culture through its portfolio of brands, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos. Foot Locker is looking for Interns to join the Supply Chain team in Reno, Nevada. The Supply Chain team is a high functioning team with expertise in inventory management, logistics, and cross functional partnerships that ensures the right products reach the right places at the right time, driving customer satisfaction and business growth. Working with cross-functional teams, the Supply Chain Operations Internship role will work to understand and address business and customer needs while developing key skills in team interactions, problem solving and communication. Interns will partner with leadership to help manage and streamline the day to day operations of the distribution center. Above all as a member of the Foot Locker team, we are committed to your continued learning, growth and career. ResponsibilitiesSummer program working out of one of Foot Locker's Distribution Centers working closely with team members and leaders to develop an understanding of how Foot Locker's distribution centers operate.Support the execution of daily operations by working beside team member to lead, motivate and influence a team.Learn how to problem solve, lead and motivate a team, conduct real-time observations, and drive results, all while ensuring safety is a top priority and that we are maximizing productivity to get products to our customers quickly.Taking initiative to seeking out opportunities for growth and development; continuously learn throughout the internship experienceDemonstrate a willingness to take risks; step out of your comfort zone and take on new assignmentsFoster an inclusive, diverse, safe, and secure cultureGain an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumenWorking with buildings leaders each day to set goals and expectationsCarrying out principal duties and responsibilities by the department through internship rotations as trainedSpending time on the distribution center floor helping to lead amongst team members and aligning the team in daily prioritiesMaintaining a high standard of quality/inventory accuracy through standardization of processes while also ensuring employee accountabilityTracking various KPI's such as safety, quality and productivity to identify gaps, and drive actions in order to maintain consistent performanceLeading daily meetings for the operational team, share pertinent company and site-specific informationProvide new ideas and recommend solutions for business or team opportunitiesAll other duties as assigned QualificationsTo qualify for an internship with Foot Locker, individuals must:Undergraduate (Rising Junior or Rising Senior) or graduate business student pursuing an Engineering, Data Annlytics, MIS, Supply Chain, Logistics or similarly related field.3.2 GPASolid analytical skills and self-motivated.Effective communication skills for all levels of the organizationAbility to work cross-functionallyWillingness to learn with hands-on experienceProficient with Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.Work Environment:This position works in a warehouse setting, with limited outdoor exposure during the workday. This role routinely uses standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, box cutters, RF scanner, and tape dispensers. Based on business necessity associates may be required to temporarily work in other locations that require different physical demands.Our Culture:Our culture is innovative and collaborative; we have an outstanding staff who perform at a high level, yet we encourage new ideas and bring people into our organization who will challenge the way we do things daily. We are a Fortune 500 company, a brand that people know, with multiple divisions and offices across not only the country, but the globe. Providing great opportunity to make lateral moves as well as advance. SC has a high bar for talent and is consistently assessing, developing and engaging their team in order to build a data first culture to optimize the customer experience. BenefitsCasual work environmentEmployee Discount