Assist with supply chain coordination by helping to track shipments, inventory levels, and delivery timelines across international markets.
Support logistics planning by working with cross-functional teams to optimize transportation routes, reduce costs, and improve delivery efficiency.
Data analysis: Compile and analyze logistics data (e.g., shipping costs, delivery times, inventory turnover) to identify trends and support decision-making.
Help ensure compliance with global trade regulations, customs requirements, and import/export documentation.
Vendor and carrier coordination: Communicate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and shipping companies to manage transportation schedules and resolve any issues.
Assist in project management of logistics-related initiatives aimed at improving overall supply chain operations.
Prepare reports and presentations for management on logistics performance metrics, operational efficiencies, and potential areas for improvement.
Support logistics technology systems by helping with the integration and use of supply chain management software tools.
How You Will Do It
Leverage supply chain & logistics software to track and monitor global shipments, ensuring real-time visibility of inventory and delivery progress.
Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, supply chain, sales) and external partners (vendors, carriers) to gather necessary information for coordinating shipments and resolving any disruptions.
Analyze logistics data using Excel or Power BI to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements for transportation routes or inventory management.
Prepare and submit documentation for international shipments, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements by working closely with the trade compliance team.
Communicate directly with vendors and freight carriers to confirm delivery schedules, troubleshoot issues, and ensure on-time and cost-effective transportation.
Support cost-reduction initiatives by researching alternative shipping methods, comparing vendor rates, and proposing optimized shipping strategies to reduce freight costs.
Assist in logistics process improvement projects by conducting research, providing input on best practices, and participating in team meetings to identify solutions that streamline operations.
Develop and present reports summarizing logistics performance data, highlighting key metrics such as delivery times, shipping costs, and vendor performance to senior management.
What We Look For
Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in business administration, supply chain & operations management, international business, or logistics management.
U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.
Ability to be in the greater Milwaukee area in the summer.
Duration: Summer 2025. Up to 40 hours per week. Part-time during the school year may be available.
Working Arrangements: Hybrid internship – must have a quiet workspace away from interruptions, with the option to work in the office. Be able to maintain regular contact with the supervisor/team via virtual methods.
PLEASE NOTE that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
What We Do Here
Glendale, Wisconsin is home to the U.S. corporate headquarters of Clarios - a global leader in advanced battery technologies. Here on our Glendale campus, we have 400 employees and have been here since 2019. Together, we support our organization of over 16,000 people and actively participate in community events to support our hometown of Milwaukee.
What you get:
Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are: Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
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