Supply Chain Management Trainee

About the Role

This is an 18-month full-time rotational supply chain management trainee program offering hands-on experience in procurement, manufacturing, and operations. The program is designed to fast-track high-potential graduates into future leadership roles. Participants will gain exposure to critical business areas through immersive training, rotational experiences, mentorship, and meaningful business impact.

Program Highlights

• Procurement (Procurement Trainee Program, PTP)
• Brewery & Manufacturing Operations (Supply Future Leaders Trainee Program, SFLTP)
• Logistics (Supply Chain Trainee Program, SCTP)
• The procurement track develops future leaders through experience in Packaging, Raw Materials, Sales & Marketing, Technology, Finance, and Logistics, utilizing analytics, supplier collaboration, and strategic sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier, product, and market data to support sourcing strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, cash flow improvements, and supply security.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing solutions.
• Support sustainability initiatives through innovative sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships.
• Participate in supplier negotiations, contract management, and business case development.
• Present recommendations and project results to business leaders.
• Lead and develop frontline operational teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members.
• Monitor operational performance and drive productivity improvements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Current university student or recent university graduate with a Bachelor's degree and a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through work, internships, organizations, athletics, military service, or extracurricular involvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively on diverse teams.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Individuals who require visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B) for employment will not be eligible for consideration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Majors: Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical preferred), Business Administration, Finance, Analytics / Data Science.
• Willingness to relocate and pursue development opportunities across the United States.

Location

• Onsite in St. Louis, Missouri at the company Headquarters.

Compensation

• $80,000–$86,500 per year.