Supply and Demand Planning Intern

Summary:

As a Supply and Demand Planning Intern at New York Blood Center Enterprises, you will be part of the team responsible for ensuring the efficient planning of consumable supplies to meet the blood operations and laboratory needs. In this role, you will collaborate with blood operations and laboratory departments, as well as Enterprise Analytics and Data Sciences teams to optimize inventory levels, forecast demand accurately, and enhance supply chain efficiency. Reporting directly to the Supply and Demand Planning Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the organization's mission to provide a safe and sufficient blood supply to hospitals and medical facilities in the region.

Job Responsibilities:

Analyze historical demand patterns, seasonal trends, future growth projections, and operational inputs to develop accurate demand forecasts for consumable supplies used in blood collections and laboratory manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with Enterprise Analytics and Data Sciences (EADS) team to leverage advanced analytics and predictive modeling for improved demand forecasting and decision-making.
• Learn the basics of blood product manufacturing. Develop a knowledge of how the operation departments and laboratories work together to ensure a safe blood supply.
• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on metrics related to inventory turnover, stockouts, and forecast accuracy.

The hourly rate for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

IBR also offers comprehensive benefits (including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, and sick days) to full and part-time employees, as well as the opportunity to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan with a generous employer contribution.

Education:

Actively enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Data Science, Healthcare Management, or a related field.

Experience:

Experience using data analytics and visualization software. Knowledge of SQL, Python, or another database programming language preferable.

Other:

Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and suppliers.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously.

Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Founded in 1948, Memorial Blood Centers have served Minnesota and Wisconsin for more than 75 years, delivering more than 125,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. MBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe's Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. MBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit mbc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.