Intern - Supply Chain Optimization (part-time)

Fresenius Medical Care North America • Waltham, MA • 5h ago

Position location: You will be able to work from your home location in the United States

About Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care (FME) is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases. We care for more than 332,000 patients in our global network of roughly 4,000 dialysis clinics. At the same time, we operate around 40 production sites on all continents, to provide dialysis products such as dialysis machines, dialyzers and related disposables. We aim to continuously improve our patients' quality of life by offering them high-quality products as well as innovative technologies and treatment concepts.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

This internship provides a unique opportunity for a motivated student to contribute to a high-impact, end-to-end supply chain optimization project at Fresenius Medical Care. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to how strategic supply chain initiatives are planned and executed within a global healthcare organization while supporting key project management activities. In this role, the intern will engage with a dynamic, cross-functional team and gain visibility into executive-level decision-making. The project has direct implications for improving operational efficiency across Fresenius Medical Care clinics, enhancing the delivery of care to patients with kidney disease.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES / ACITVITIES:

Support project management efforts for the end-to-end supply chain optimization initiative

Capture detailed notes during stakeholder meetings and leadership discussions

Follow up on assigned action items with internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner

Assist in tracking project progress, timelines, and key milestones

Help identify and resolve roadblocks or gaps in project execution

Prepare meeting agendas, project documentation, presentations, and status reports as needed

Organize meetings, coordinate communications, and maintain project tracking tools

Interact with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Clinic Operations, Procurement, and Logistics

Contribute to a collaborative team environment with a solution-oriented mindset

Other duties as assigned

STAKEHOLDER MANAGMENT:

Interact with cross-functional teams including consultant partners, Supply Chain, Clinic Operations, Procurement, and Logistics

Support communication flow between project stakeholders and leadership teams

Gain insight into the collaborative processes behind clinical and operational improvements

Demonstrate discretion and professionalism, attention to detail, and follow-through when coordinating with multiple stakeholders

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Travel: up to ~25% (domestic), possible

EDUCATION:

Actively pursuing a college degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Supply Chain, or a related field

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

Previous work experience preferred

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Outstanding examples of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement/leadership

Inquisitive and a self-directed learner

Strong time management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities

Strong executive presence

Results-oriented

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring future sponsorship.

This is a part-time paid hourly internship position (approx 20 hours/week). The duration of the internship is approximately 1-year depending on the candidate's availability and performance. We offer a supportive work environment where you can learn and grow your skills while making meaningful contributions to our organization's Supply Chain initiatives. If you are passionate about and eager to kick-start your career in Supply Chain, we encourage you to apply.

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

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