The intern will support the North America Procurement team by managing supplier data reporting and analysis ensuring compliance and assisting with supply chain risk management and contingency planning.

ABOUT US
tms unites technology marketing and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With more than 1400 employees across 28 countries. we offer an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.
Operating as a creative agency a strategic consultancy a sourcing business and a technology provider we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients including McDonald's T-Mobile O2 Starbucks and adidas.
Most importantly we're a place where you can achieve great things and be recognized as the best.
WHAT MATTERS THE MOST
Breakthrough business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.
tms is a place where brilliant people are better together. If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity bring us your voice! Visit us at tmsw.com.
WHY WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE
The world's most respected brands rely on tms's Supply Chain expertise Procurement problem solving supply chain analytics and promotions management know-how to deliver a competitive advantage for their business. Joining tms means becoming part of a dynamic team developing innovative solutions and delivering value to our clients across 22 countries. We know our success is derived from our people and as such we continuously evolve our people practices ensuring personal and professional enrichment while fostering a work environment that is fun collaborative and diverse in thought.
tms is seeking an intern to support the North America Procurement team from our headquarters located in downtown Chicago's Fulton Market. The team this intern will report to is a group of "team first" problem solvers responsible for Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Operations in packaging for the Quick Service and Causal Dining Restaurant Industry. Be ready to support our fast-paced business while working both independently and as part of cross-functional teams including Supply Chain Analytics Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Operations Quality Graphics & Sustainability.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE
Reporting & Analytics

• Support with monthly Capacity & Contingency Planning reporting across Excel and PowerPoint.
• Provide weekly recap summaries from HAVI promotional category meetings.
• Support with areas of Supply Chain opportunities to be supported by A.I. efficiencies

Contingency & Capacity Planning

• Support identification onboarding and documentation of contingency/backup suppliers.
• Maintain a "ready-to-activate" supplier list (capacity lead times MOQs certifications etc.).
• Keep contingency supplier data current to enable rapid pivoting during disruptions.

Supplier & Master Data Management

• Maintain supplier master data: contacts locations certifications lead times capacities.
• Identify and flag missing outdated or inconsistent supplier data.
• Create and maintain a master matrix of various contract types includes Non-disclosure Agreements Business Relationship Agreements and Business Awards

EDI & PO Compliance

• Monitor weekly supplier EDI submissions on core items and escalate recurring non‑compliance and identify recurring issues to summarize trends for internal reviews.
• Coordinate with Sourcing Operations regarding supplier non‑compliance.

Internal Coordination & Project Support

• Support category leads in updating Category Overview One‑Pagers for 1H 2026 incorporating latest S2C-driven changes (suppliers tiers market share cost index capacity etc.).

Supply Chain Risk Management

• Support Global Supply Chain Risk Assessment efforts by mapping suppliers mills and raw material flows.
• Help evaluate system impact from potential supplier or mill disruptions.
• Identify opportunities to leverage mills or suppliers for new sourcing strategies.

Would like for you to have:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business relevant field
• Prefer a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Demonstrated time management skills through course work and extracurricular activities
• MS Office proficiency (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Collaborative/teamwork oriented

Starting hourly between: $20/hr
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
RECRUITING AGENCIES
tms does not accept agency resumes submitted by third-party vendors unless a valid agreement has been signed and the tms Talent Acquisition Team has granted authorization for submissions for a specified position. Please do not submit or forward resumes to our site tms employees or any other company location. tms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago