# Supply Chain Operations Intern

**Company:** [Northwood Space](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/northwood-space)
**Location:** Torrance, CA
**Role:** Business Operations
**Salary:** $71k – $71k/yr
**Skills:** Excel, SQL, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Dashboards, Data Visualization, Inventory Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management
**Posted:** 2026-08-28

> Supports procurement, inventory, supplier analysis, logistics tracking, and process improvement for satellite ground station manufacturing. The role is suited to a student pursuing supply chain, industrial engineering, operations management, or a related degree with strong analytical skills.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Support procurement, sourcing, and order tracking for high-tech components used in ground station production.
- Monitor inventory, analyze trends, and help optimize stock levels to prevent production delays.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure materials meet technical specifications and quality standards.
- Analyze supplier performance, lead times, and logistics data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
- Assist in building dashboards, reports, and automated tracking systems for real-time supply chain visibility.
- Help implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and mitigate operational risks.

## Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform operational decisions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and operational teams.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Interest in space technology, manufacturing, and operational excellence.

## Nice-to-haves
- Experience in aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or defense industries.
- Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.
- SQL proficiency or advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment.

## Compensation
- Annual salary: $70,720.

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