M&d Operations Planning Intern - Ovip

Oracle Oracle · Enterprise · United States

This internship focuses on supporting purchasing and planning activities within Oracle's Manufacturing and Distribution (M&D) global operations. The role involves analyzing and improving procurement and supply chain processes, managing key performance metrics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient execution of procurement and planning functions. The internship is part of the Oracle Veteran Internship Program (OVIP), designed to provide transitioning military veterans and active-duty Military Spouses with hands-on job-skill training and corporate experience.

What you'd actually do

  1. Support the planning, procurement, and distribution activities for new and existing M&D programs and services, ensuring alignment with business goals and program roadmaps.
  2. Assist with evaluation and areas of purchasing, and sourcing strategies to meet customer demand and ensure on-time delivery.
  3. Manage purchasing activities and vendor relationships, ensuring material availability and minimizing disruptions in the supply chain.
  4. Help define and implement procurement standards, procedures, and documentation, ensuring global consistency across regions.
  5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including regional Operations, Supply Chain, to ensure alignment on program schedules, demand forecasts, and product availability.

Skills

Required

  • BS degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
  • Relevant experience or interest in Purchasing, Supply Chain Planning, or Operations Management.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with procurement processes, vendor management, and forecasting is a plus.