Supply Chain Management Trainee

About the Role

Hatch Grid is seeking a Supply Chain Management Trainee for a full-time position starting in Summer. This is an 18-month rotational program designed to fast-track high-potential graduates into future leadership roles.

Program Overview

This rotational program offers hands-on experience in procurement, manufacturing, and operations. Participants will gain exposure to critical areas of the company's business through immersive training, rotational experiences, mentorship from senior leaders, and meaningful business impact. The program aims to build the leadership and technical capabilities needed for long-term success.

• 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 specifically develops future procurement leaders through hands-on experience across Packaging, Raw Materials, Sales & Marketing, Technology, Finance, and Logistics. Participants will utilize analytics, supplier collaboration, and strategic sourcing practices.

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.
• Preferred fields of study: Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical preferred), Business Administration, Finance, Analytics / Data Science.

Other Details

• Location: Onsite in St. Louis, Missouri at the company Headquarters.
• Relocation: Willingness to relocate and pursue development opportunities across the United States.
• Compensation: $80,000–$86,500 per year.
• Visa Sponsorship: The company generally does not offer practical training positions for F-1 visa holders nor sponsor individuals for temporary work visas (e.g., H-1B) or permanent residency. Individuals requiring sponsorship are not eligible.