Jobs · Management · Texas

Logistics Intern

Chemelex · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
ManagementVolunteer

Key Responsibilities

  • Support domestic and international transportation activities.
  • Aid in freight planning and carrier management.
  • Monitor shipment status and delivery performance.
  • Resolve transportation delays and service issues.
  • Assist with warehouse and distribution operations.
  • Support inventory movement across manufacturing sites and distribution centers.

Transportation Analytics

  • Analyze freight spend and transportation performance.
  • Maintain carrier performance and on-time delivery metrics.
  • Support freight optimization initiatives.
  • Conduct logistics network analysis and transportation planning.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs and improve service.

Data Analytics & Reporting

  • Extract and analyze data from SAP, TMS, Excel, and other business systems.
  • Create dashboards and reports using Power BI and Excel.
  • Track key logistics metrics including on-time delivery, freight cost, transportation spend, carrier performance, warehouse productivity, inventory turns, and perfect order performance.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Experience with Power BI or Tableau is preferred.
  • SAP or Transportation Management System (TMS) experience is a plus.
  • SQL or Python knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Learn

  • Transportation Management
  • Global Logistics
  • Distribution Operations
  • Freight Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Supply Chain Analytics
  • SAP & ERP Systems
  • Power BI Dashboard Development
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Executive Communication
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

What You'll Gain

  • Contributed to real business initiatives.
  • Built technical, analytical, and leadership skills needed to launch a successful career in Logistics, Transportation, Distribution, Supply Chain Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing Operations, and Operations Leadership.
  • Offered meaningful work, exposure to senior leadership, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact while developing as a future logistics professional.

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