Intern - Supply Chain

JOB PURPOSE:

In this role, you will analyze large sets of data and develop recommendations to drive business decisions specifically aimed at improving Midco's supply chain.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Collect relevant data and produce comprehensive analysis to drive business decisions.
• Analyze data to suggest and develop process improvements that increase quality of work and efficiencies.
• Understand business priorities and use data to identify ways for Midco to meet these priorities through process improvement and system enhancements.
• Collaborate with the supply chain teams to identify system limitations and develop solutions that provide long-term results.
• Work to standardize the data collection and reporting processes for the Supply Chain team.
• Understand and work proficiently with analytical tools and models.
• Follow and serve as a role model in displaying Midco's Core Values and Leadership Success Drivers.
• Adhere to Midco's privacy guidelines to ensure each customer's privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively communicate with other departments to handle escalating issues in a timely manner.
• Support the mission, vision and values of Midco.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Demonstrate courage by tackling tough issues while acknowledging own limitations without compromising integrity.
• Remove obstacles for team members. Encourage creative solutions.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Communicate clear expectations that set a high bar while holding team members accountable to reach these goals.
• Demonstrate business acumen by using data to drive decisions and actions.
• Model flexibility, resiliency and change management skills by staying self-aware, constantly learning, and finding ways to cut through ambiguous problems.
• Identify root causes of problems and implement solutions while keeping a holistic and long-term perspective in mind.
• Possess an enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented approach towards work and all work projects.
• Actively follow Midco policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Data Analytics, or related field.
• Microsoft SQL experience is preferred. Ideal candidate be in third or fourth year of degree program.
• Tableau or PowerBI experience is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Precision in data analysis and report generation.
• Capability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.

ABOUT MIDCO:

• Midco offers the most reliable wholly owned and operated fiber network spanning 17,000 miles.
• We are a telecommunications leader that is redefining connectivity while being a force for good in the communities we serve.
• We serve nearly 500,000 homes and businesses in more than 400 communities in Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
• Our 1,900 team members work together with integrity, creating a caring culture for a lasting impact.

Visit Midco.com/Careers to learn about employment opportunities and apply today.

Midco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by law. To view our full EEO and federal contractor supplemental posters, please refer to Midco.com/Federal Posters.