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Summer Intern - Supply Chain
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Vans Summer Intern - Supply Chain
Vans: Be a Part of the Original
“It was never about waving the brand like a flag, it was always about the people” – Paul Van Doren
Vans is the original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through Vans’ four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans our culture sets us apart and it influences everything we do. Everything we do supports creativity and we are driven by our five values. We are determined. We are connected to our consumers and to each other. We are inclusive. We are expressive and Fun. And most of all, we are a family.
Vans is a subsidiary of VF, the world’s largest apparel and footwear company comprised of over 30 brands. We are the leading drivers of retail as our global footwear, apparel and accessory brand is available in 170 countries worldwide. As we continue to expand, we take great measures in developing and growing our people.
Vans is founded on a culture of learning. We take great pride in our ability to facilitate learning opportunities by providing the resources and tools necessary to support each individual’s pursuit of growth to achieve future goals. In order to prioritize career growth within our company, Vans offers courses on topics such as leadership, communication, collaboration and technical skills to ensure our employees are self-motivated and developing to the pace of our rapidly growing business.
By joining the Vans family, you will be immersed into an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work very hard across a multitude of large initiatives to bring the Van Doren spirit to life. We live for what we do.
Vans Supply Chain Summer Intern: Become the Newest Member of the Vans Family
As the Vans Supply Chain Summer Intern, you will have the opportunity to drive process improvements and global alignment by thinking outside the box in your analysis and implementation. With 500 stores in North America, an out of this world online presence, and loyal wholesale accounts you will have the opportunity to develop solutions and implement change that positively affects the entire supply chain process. You will get to know the products that drive the world’s youth culture on by understanding and evaluating all manners of supply chain for footwear and apparel. This opportunity will ensure that Vans products continue to be highly relevant and authentic on a global scale within supply chain.
The Summer Internship Program goes from June 19, 2018 to August 24, 2018. All students are required to work the entire 10 weeks at 32/hours week.
How You Will Make a Difference:
• Research and identify process improvements from voice of customer analysis.
• Develop and drive global alignment for footwear and apparel go to market strategies.
• Implement through training of supply chain partners.
• Present your findings in a formal presentation to apply what you’ve learned from your project, workshops, and networking with professionals to our Senior Leadership.
Skills for Success:
Educational/ Position Requirements:
• Years of Related Professional Experience: 0-1 year
• One previous internship experience desired.
• Currently enrolled full time or graduated within one year from an accredited education institution within Human Resources, Retail Operations, or Finance.
• A strong participation level and/or interest in various action sports, street culture, music and/or art.
• An independent thinker and ability to contribute in an independent environment.
Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements:
• Travel by air and overnight, as required 10% amount of time.
• Lifting and/or bending 10 pounds amount of weight.