Contract Manufacturing Planning Co-op

The Boston Beer Co Inc
  • Boston, MA
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    We''re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Co-op to join our Supply Chain team, supporting material planning, inventory management, and supplier coordination processes. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Contract-Manufacturing Planning while working closely with cross-functional partners to ensure materials are available to support production and customer demand. The role provides exposure to core supply chain functions and the systems, processes, and data that drive operational performance.

    This position is part of our 6-month Co-op Program, running from January 4, 2027 through June 25, 2027. The role follows a hybrid work model, with team members expected to work three days per week from our Boston Seaport Corporate Office and the remaining days remotely.

    Key Responsibilities

    Material Planning & Inventory Management

    • Support ingredient ordering and monitoring activities to help ensure material availability.
    • Support component ordering and monitoring processes for co-manufacturing operations.
    • Monitor inventory levels and identify potential risks or shortages.
    • Assist with maintaining accurate material planning data and inventory records.

    Systems & Reporting

    • Validate system and report data between third-party planning platforms and internal BBC systems.
    • Support reporting activities and analyze data to identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
    • Assist with maintaining reporting accuracy and data integrity across planning systems.

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • Partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Customer Service, and third-party manufacturing partners to support planning activities.
    • Participate in planning discussions and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

    Required Qualifications

    • Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
    • Must continue to be enrolled in school after the completion of their co-op.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Effective communication and collaboration skills.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
    • Interest in supply chain planning, procurement, or operations.
    • Experience with planning or ERP systems is helpful but not required.
    • Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and supply chain concepts.

    What You''ll Gain

    • Hands-on experience in Contract-Manufacturing Planning and exposure to key supply chain functions.
    • Opportunities to develop analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills through real business challenges.
    • Exposure to material planning, inventory management, supplier coordination, and data analysis processes.
    • Insight into how supply chain decisions impact customer service, production execution, and overall business performance.
    • Mentorship, coaching, and collaboration with Supply Chain professionals across Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Customer Service, and third-party manufacturing partners.
    • Experience supporting peak-season planning, inventory optimization, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA

    Skills

    • Alliance/Partner Marketingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Contract Manufacturingunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Data Processingunmatched
    • Data Qualityunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Inventory Levelsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Inventory Planningunmatched
    • Inventory Reportsunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
    • Materials Planningunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Process Managementunmatched
    • Procurement Planningunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
    • System Validationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched

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