Supply Chain Intern

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Supply Chain Intern Regular Full Time Clerical Temple, TX, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1233 Texas Hydraulics is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Intern to support our Purchasing team. This temporary opportunity provides hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment while assisting with daily purchasing activities, supplier communications, and inventory planning. The intern will gain practical exposure to supply chain operations, ERP systems, purchasing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives while working alongside an experienced team. This role is ideal for a student interested in pursuing a career in supply chain, operations, engineering, or business. What You'll Do Assist with creating, updating, and tracking purchase orders. Follow up with suppliers regarding order confirmations, delivery dates, and past‑due shipments. Support daily purchasing activities to help maintain material availability for production. Review planning reports and assist with updating information in the ERP system. Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records, including lead times, order dates, and quantities. Help resolve purchasing, receiving, and invoice discrepancies. Prepare and maintain spreadsheets and reports related to purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance. Organize and analyze data to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with documenting processes and evaluating opportunities to improve efficiency, including the use of emerging technology and AI tools where appropriate. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Willingness to learn and contribute in a team‑oriented manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to ERP or MRP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar software. Familiarity with Power BI, SQL, Python, or AI productivity tools. Interest in manufacturing, purchasing, logistics, or supply chain management. Why Join Texas Hydraulics? This internship offers the opportunity to: Gain real‑world experience supporting purchasing and supply chain operations. Learn how a manufacturing supply chain functions in a fast‑paced environment. Work alongside experienced professionals who will provide guidance and mentorship. Contribute to meaningful projects that improve business processes and operational efficiency. Build practical skills that will prepare you for a career in supply chain or operations. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Equal Opportunity Employer Texas Hydraulics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and job‑related factors without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr