Food People – Supply Chain Management Intern

Chung Hwa Food / Food People was a local food manufacturer and importer established in 1974. We aim to leverage on the integrity of Singapore’s reputation on its food regulations and standards by using Singapore as a platform to import and export own brands, OEM, and Co-branded products to and from Singapore and Taiwan respectively, and thereafter into their respective regions over medium and long terms. Our vision is to lay a strong foundation for CH to be able to grow steadily and more rapidly on a sustainable basis. This will be made possible by capitalizing on the rising economies in the Asia region via inviting strategic partners to jointly address the requirements of the ASEAN markets.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with creating process control and training documents that will be entered into a quality management system
• Assist in completing monthly forecast and sales related data entry to allow accurate forecasting and supply planning.
• Implement forecasting and supply planning process improvements
• Communicate effectively with customers, carriers and teammates (phone and email communication)
• Analyze and recommend broad-based innovative improvement initiatives for accounts with a focus on eliminating root causes of recurring issues which leads to driving down costs and/or improving service.
• Assist with forecasting, inventory planning, scheduling, purchasing, and new product development
• Support internal and external sales representatives with product information pertaining to a specific bid

Learning Outcomes & Objectives

• Apply knowledge acquired in the classroom to real-world situations, as well as gain the skills and experience that is necessary to prepare the student for a successful career in SCM.
• Allow the student to gain experience and assist in various supply chain management activities including purchasing, inventory, job site material management, and logistics.
• Fast-paced, team environment and will be able to complete the internship having gained a broad understanding of the promotional products industry and the unique ways our supply chain operates.

Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Material Procurement Knowledge is a bonus
• Computer skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with extensive knowledge of distribution systems, web and social media.