VAVE Program Intern
Aldevron
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About the Role
The VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) Program Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting cost-improvement initiatives across Aldevron. This position reports to the VAVE Program Manager and is part of the Supply Chain Planning team. This role is intended to be performed on site in Fargo, North Dakota.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the VAVE program to drive total cost improvement, engaging cross-functional teams including R&D, Product Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Finance.
- Assist in the development of annual project plans with preferred suppliers.
- Assist cross-functional Daily Management for VAVE projects, ensuring consistent execution and tracking of cost-saving initiatives.
- Assist internal and supplier VAVE Kaizens to identify cost-saving opportunities, eliminate waste, and implement Should-Cost models through product teardowns and competitive benchmarking.
- Collaborate with Product Planning to prioritize high-impact projects and allocate resources effectively, ensuring alignment with business unit strategies.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operation Management, Engineering, or Finance.
- Basic understanding of statistics and finance.
- Experience with Microsoft tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Project Management.
- Supplier Management.
- Manufacturing.
- New Product Commercialization Experience.
- Chemical or pharmaceutical experience.