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SC Johnson

Jul 29

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  • Internship
  • Oxford, +2

Requirements

  • Location: Frimley, Surrey
  • Function: Supply Chain
  • An undergraduate degree (Business discipline preferred but not essential)
  • Self-starter graduates with strong analytical skills and ideally, prior placement experience in an FMCG business
  • Proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills to develop or create new reports that support the business and colleagues
  • It’s important that you have strong communication skills as you will be interacting with various departments within the business in the UK
  • We want you to be proactive in your thinking, taking a real responsibility and ownership for your work by using your initiative to make decisions and be personally responsible for them.

Responsibilities

  • Gain hands-on experience within our supply chain team, covering key areas such as Demand Planning, Business Analytics, Retailer Strategies, Logistics, Supply Planning, and Customer Supply Chains.
  • Support Sales teams by providing data to enhance forecast accuracy through order analysis, monthly meetings, and handling ad hoc customer inquiries.
  • Working closely with other supply chain departments to understand end-to-end processes and improve customer collaboration, including daily calls with logistics providers.
  • Identify and drive projects to improve efficiency and optimization within the supply chain and other departments, such as cost-saving initiatives and order profile improvements.
  • Gathering, interpreting, and sharing insights on customer activity, NPD, and seasonal performance within accounts, using seasonal trackers, checking product availability and customer data portals.
  • Supporting account managers in the internal planning process to achieve forecasting accuracy.
  • Work directly with customers to develop collaborative supply chain processes that enhance forecast accuracy and service levels, including monthly meetings, weekly service level emails, and consistent communication.
  • Control over advanced forecasting software like SAP and Exceedra to implement daily modifications and meet customer demand.
  • Conduct daily order volume analysis to mitigate out-of-stock risks.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Supply Chain Graduate internship?

The duration of the internship is 6 months.

Where is the Supply Chain Graduate position located?

The position is located in Frimley, Surrey.

What departments will I have the opportunity to work with during this internship?

You will have the opportunity to work with various departments, including sales, finance, customer fulfillment, marketing, and category management, in addition to the supply chain team.

What are the main areas of focus for this role?

The main areas of focus will be Demand Planning and Customer Supply Chain Management, although you will learn about all aspects of the supply chain.

What responsibilities will I have in this role?

Responsibilities include gaining hands-on experience in supply chain areas, supporting sales teams with data analysis, collaborating with other departments, driving projects for efficiency improvements, gathering and interpreting customer insights, supporting account managers, and using forecasting software like SAP and Exceedra.

What educational background is required for this position?

An undergraduate degree is preferred, particularly in a business discipline, but it is not essential.

Are there any specific skills or experiences that would be beneficial for applicants?

Strong analytical skills are essential, and prior placement experience in an FMCG business is ideal. Proficiency in Excel is also required to develop reports that support the business.

What behavioral traits are important for success in this role?

Strong communication skills, proactivity in thinking, and the ability to take responsibility and ownership of tasks are important traits for success in this position.

What benefits are offered to interns in this role?

Benefits include flexible starting and finishing times, a competitive pay & benefits package, access to a free onsite gym and classes, pension, life cover, health insurance, a shuttle bus service from local train stations, EV charging points, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Who is SC Johnson, and what is their business philosophy?

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company that has been in operation for over 130 years. They build top brands and strive to make a positive difference in the world while valuing and supporting their employees in achieving both individual and shared goals.

Is there a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, SC Johnson is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. They actively work to attract, hire, and retain diverse talent and celebrate the breadth of human experience.

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SC Johnson

A family company at work for a better world™.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1886
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re SC Johnson, a family company at work for a better world™. We are a leading manufacturer of household cleaning products and products for home storage, air care, pest control, shoe care and professional products. SC Johnson’s high-quality products and iconic brands include OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s® Clean Day, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more, and are in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide. We’re a fifth-generation, family-owned and led company with 13,000 employees and operations in 70 countries. Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, we believe that a more sustainable, healthier and transparent world that inspires people and creates opportunities isn't just possible – it's our responsibility. SC Johnson includes both SC Johnson Professional, providing solutions to healthcare, industrial and institutional markets, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands, a growing house of like-minded brands working together for bold, transformative growth.

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