Supply Chain Management Trainee

Role Overview

This is an 18-month rotational, full-time Supply Chain Management Trainee program designed to provide hands-on experience in procurement, manufacturing, and operations. The program aims to fast-track high-potential graduates into future leadership roles across Procurement, Brewery and Manufacturing Operations, and Logistics. Participants will gain exposure to critical business areas through immersive training, rotational experiences, mentorship from senior leaders, and impactful business projects, while building the necessary leadership and technical capabilities 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)
• This rotational program 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 to deliver enterprise-wide value.

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.

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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Ability to build relationships with senior leaders, mentors, and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degrees in: 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Note: This role is located onsite in St. Louis, Missouri at the company Headquarters.

Note: 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 will not be eligible.