WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Who we are looking for: December 2023 or May 2024 graduates

Dates of Summer Internship: May 22nd – August 4th, 2023

Internship Location: Boilingbrook, IL

Format: In Person

OVERVIEW

The Southern Glazer’s Internship Program was established to develop the next generation of Sales, Trade Development, Operations, and Corporate leaders. Each summer, the program offers interns the opportunity to engage in career building activities while simultaneously learning and applying industry-leading practices.

Southern Glazer’s Operations and Supply Chain function involves management of the physical flow of our products from the original point of manufacturing to the final point of purchase at the retailer. Our structured Supply Chain and Operations internship program is designed to expose students to the wine and spirits beverage distribution system and the role Supply Chain and Operations play to enable business capabilities. Students will finish the internship having gained a broad experience across various Supply Chain and Operations functions.

Southern Glazer’s is a technology leader in distribution and logistics. Our new Operations members will gain experience working with industry leading automated material handling products which are integrated with software that supports activities such as voice picking and conveyor controls, and supply chain technology, i.e. JDA, SAP, and Manhattan WM. Interns will be given an opportunity to shadow SCM leadership and tour distribution centers. You will have hands-on experience working on a team directly involved with several Supply Chain and Operation functions:

• Warehouse Management

• Inventory Management

• Demand Planning

• Replenishment

• Inbound Transportation

• Delivery

• Environmental Health and Safety

• Fleet Management

• SCM Technology

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a variety of teams to become familiar in all aspects of the Sales Divisions

• Support the Sales departments which include, but are not limited to Category Management, Distribution Warehouse Sales (DWS), Point of Sales (POS), Chain Merchandising Divisions and Graphics

• Participate in training, on-site meetings, and department-wide learning opportunities as available

• Participate in the setup, working off and tear down of any special events, tastings, or functions as directed by the Supervisor

• Assist with our On-Premise Surveys

• Support the team with additional projects as assigned and defined by student's specific learning goals

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Reside in the vicinity of the internship or have ability to obtain housing

• 21 years of age or older at the start of the internship

• Must be a Junior in college and graduating the following year Completing BS/BA in Supply Chain, Operations Management, MIS, Industrial Engineering or similar field

• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects

• Teamwork approach to accomplishing goals

• Attention to details

• Self-starter & demonstrated leadership experience

• Working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver’s license and auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws

• Ability to secure and maintain a State Sales Permit in accordance with state laws

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or adding machine

• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping

• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

EEO STATEMENT

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol, building brands for moments that matter. The multi-generational, family-owned company has operations in 45 U.S. states and Canada, as well as brokerage operations through its WEBB Banks division in the Caribbean, Central and South America. At Southern Glazer’s, we strive to be more than a company that distributes wine and spirits. We are committed to our communities, to innovating the way we operate, and continuing to build on our rich history.

With over 23,000 employees, Southern Glazer’s is one of the country’s largest privately held companies, has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for New Grads 2024, and named by Newsweek as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and Women. We offer internships, rotational programs, and early career opportunities in Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Finance, and more across the United States.