Merchandising Operations Intern

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated college student to join our Water Merchandising team for the summer. In this role, you will support the data entry and processing of merchandising display order requests, helping to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in merchandising operations, order management, and business systems in a fast-paced environment. It also serves as a short-term opportunity to improve our order entry and follow-up processes.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support the current order entry process
• Partner with subject matter experts to review and analyze existing processes
• Help identify and align on opportunities to streamline the order submission process
• Develop updated process documentation
• Support training and presentation of updates to the HOFR US Sales team

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in data entry tasks
• Proficient typing skills with a focus on speed and precision
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate cross-functionally

Preferred Experience

• Experience with SAP or other enterprise order management / ERP systems is a strong plus
• Prior experience in a customer service, administrative, or data entry role
• Familiarity with retail, wholesale, or merchandising operations
• Major or coursework in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $33,300 USD - $45,760 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan. At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.