Title:  Intern I

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Functions: Job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyze procurement and supply chain data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and performance metrics.
• Contribute to the implementation of GPI’s AI strategy for supply chain
• Participate in improvement initiatives by documenting workflows and recommending enhancements.
• Support communication with suppliers to maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Conduct benchmarking to support sourcing decisions and supplier evaluations.
• Other duties as assigned

Key Competencies:

• Ability to work independently or in team environment, maintaining a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop business solutions
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Exhibit change management and transformation leadership skills
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate and gain support from key stakeholders
• A Supply Chain Management professional that embraces the GPI corporate vision and core values

Qualifications:

• Second year and above student pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management
• 3.0 or higher GPA
• Strong record of accomplishment and an aptitude for root cause problem solving techniques
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Supply Chain Value Stream Mapping tools and methodologies
• Proficient with Excel, PowerBI, Qlik or other analytics tools is highly valued
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus
• Work Authorization: US Citizen, Permanent Resident (U.S.)

Work Environment:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time (up to 8-hours).
• Occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs).
• Extended reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Generally, your schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment; however, internship experience might involve extracurricular, “get out in the world” activity. You may work alternate schedules occasionally if needed
• Travel: Occasional overnight travel that could include flying or driving.

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.